RE: North, South, East or West?
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- Subject: RE: North, South, East or West?
- From: "* A* J* <L*@msn.com>
- Date: Fri, 31 Jan 1997 22:09:01 -0700 (MST)
> > so that the rhizome is on the
> > south side of the leaves to get maximum sun. The irises are planted in
blocks
>
> When I was in Texas, we were taught to point the toe of the
>rhizome> north so the fan could shade the rhizome from the blistering
>Texas heat. I don't think it makes any difference though.
>Walter Moores
Here in Lovely Rainy Washington, it is necessary to plant the rizomes in what
ever direction your garden allows them to receive the most sun. I always cut
my leaves back after bloom just to allow more sun to reach the rizomes! I
think this helps to minimize the chance of rot.
Jefrie Jenkins
Kent, WA zone 5 - AIS region 13
