00:0010 Mistakes to Avoid When Growing an Iris Garden
00:03Planting rhizomes at the wrong depth
00:06Set rhizomes with the top half exposed and firm soil contact because planting too deep causes rot and planting too shallow dries them out.
00:17Lightly dust with soil, skipping regular rhizome division.
00:21Divide crowded clumps every three years in late summer and discard diseased pieces and replant firm, healthy sections.
00:30Neglecting soil, preparation and drainage.
00:34Ensure sharp drainage by loosening soil 12 inches, mixing in compost and grit, and keeping roots from sitting in water to prevent rot.
00:43Ignoring sunlight requirements.
00:45Give irises 6 plus hours of sun, ideally morning light, as the shade causes sparse blooms and disease-prone, floppy foliage.
00:55Overcrowding your clumps.
00:57Space rhizomes 12 to 24 inches apart for better light, nutrients, and airflow, which reduces fungal issues and helps beneficial insects patrol more easily.
01:08Watering Inconsistently.
01:10Keep soil evenly moist during spring growth and reduce watering after bloom.
01:15Mulch lightly around but never against exposed rhizomes.
01:19Neglecting pest and disease control.
01:21Inspect early for bores, aphids, and leaf spots and remove damage, clean debris, rotate planting sites, and use insecticidal soap if needed.
01:32Cutting foliage too early.
01:34Let foliage yellow naturally to replenish the rhizomes and cut it back only when fully faded for stronger blooms next year.
01:42Forgetting to adjust soil pH.
01:44Test soil pH and aim for about 6.8 to 7.0, then amend with lime or sulfur to improve nutrient uptake and bloom color.
01:54Planting at the wrong time.
01:56Plant in late summer to early fall, guided by frost dates, for rooting before winter and reliable spring blooms.
02:03Part outline.
02:03necessities.
02:04Q&A is very significant.
02:04want to see if we can avoid bobbing and rizomes.
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