Iris Help Needed

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Nana25 Mason, OH May 27, 2010

My son has just purchased a home with an entire bed of bearded iris. They're all finished blooming now. There are so many they look over crowded and look like they need to be divided. (Plus I want some :) - I know at some point the leaves need to be cut back, so when do you do this? Also should they be divided at this time?

I always get good advice from all, thanks for your help in advance.

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flowAjen central, NJ(Zone 6b) May 27, 2010

Hope this helps.
http://www.schreinersgardens.com/about_iris.shtml#iriscare

Divide in late summer
Cut off spent bloom stems, close to the ground, don't cut leaves till late fall early winter then cut to 6"

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Nana25 Mason, OH Jun 01, 2010

Your advice and the link you sent were great! Thanks!

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flowAjen central, NJ(Zone 6b) Jun 01, 2010

You're quite welcome.

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