Re: Variegated Foliage in TBs
- To: Multiple recipients of list <i*@rt66.com>
- Subject: Re: Variegated Foliage in TBs
- From: D*@aol.com
- Date: Thu, 9 Jan 1997 16:54:58 -0700 (MST)
In a message dated 97-01-08 08:00:22 EST, you write:
<< The real problem can occur in the spring
after the new growth starts. The areas of the leaf lacking chlorophyll are
more susceptable to frost damage and this damage also destroys the veins
needed to service the green portions of the leaf. One or two hard frosts
during the spring can really set these iris back. This frost damage then
leads to the next problem which is bacterial soft rot which can start in the
frost damaged portion ot the leaf. >>
This is vari interesting, Brad, and helps explain why these irises have the
reputation of being tender here. Our stop and go springs could easily result
in this kind of damage. Maybe covering them would be useful. Certainly
worth a try!
Dorothy Fingerhood
DFingerhoo@aol.com
Newfield, NY
