Re: spuria iris
- To: Multiple recipients of list <i*@rt66.com>
- Subject: Re: spuria iris
- From: R* T* D* <r*@sierratel.com>
- Date: Fri, 25 Jul 1997 23:35:44 -0600 (MDT)
john walker wrote:
>
> hello everyone: could someone please explain to me exactly what are
> spuria iris? i don't want to sound stupid but are they a rhizome or
> a root system like the japanese iris and the siberians. i have ordered
> some but was not certain exactly what type of root system they had.
> the book says they like rich moist soil is this right?...tia john
> walker..zone8/9 starke florida....
John,
Spuria iris are rhizomatous although the rhizomes are woody and slender.
They like a rich moist soil only in the fall, winter and spring. During
late summer they have a dormant period and water should be withheld.
(As best you could in FL). Since you are in the northern part of FL I'm
sure they will do fine for you. Maybe someone else has input here.
Rick Tasco
Superstition Iris Gardens
Central California
Zone 8
