Let's face it, I am lazy when it comes to dividing irises. My neglect combined with the voles feasting on the rhizomes, I am
lucky to have more than one bloom on each variety of iris in the yard.
This tall, brick-toned bearded beauty, however, has somehow just decided to
power through the obstacles and make a great show year after year. I
don't know her name, but she displayed over a dozen blooms for me this
year. Bravo!
And so, let me set a simple goal for this fall. Divide the irises. I have a particular two-toned plant that is sentimental, and she barely bloomed this year; Stephanie gave me a knockout white iris that has a purple beard. It's not nice to neglect gift plants, and so I promise to do my duty. Dividing them is easy, super easy, work. Cut the foliage back to around 4 or so inches tall, dig up the whole clump, and just start working the rhizomes apart with your hands. Replant, and watch for spring appreciation!
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