Re: Re: Newbie needing help...
- Subject: Re: [iris-talk] Re: Newbie needing help...
- From: d*@aol.com
- Date: Tue, 7 May 2002 11:47:12 EDT
In a message dated 5/7/02 11:21:06 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
tan0301@yahoo.com writes:
> I have always read that you do not mulch TB's.
> But the other day I saw a landscaper mulching them in and I asked
> him. He said "yeah, go ahead and mulch them, it won't hurt 'em".
> What's everyone's thought on this?
>
Hi Tanya,
The correct answer about mulching depends on what climate you have. The
general part of the country that you live in and USDA Zone would be helpful.
In general, anyplace where summers are hot and moist should not mulch bearded
irises because it can promote rot. In a very dry climate a little mulch
could help keep the roots from baking. But always keep the mulch away from
the crown of the plant.
Dorothy Willott in Northern Ohio, Zones 5/6
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