Re: Cult: Transplanting....was OT-BIO

Kaliedra@aol.com wrote:
> 
> i didn't do much to "prepare" it. I dug it up mid summer last year so I could
> be sure to get as many of the weed and other stuff, particularly lily's of
> the valley, that think they own my  yard. It seemed to be good soil, no clay
> etc like in other areas of the yard so i let it be.  As for the fertilizer,
> they got that once at planting in the begining of april and once yesterday.
> Its the type you sprinkle on the ground, I can't stand playing with diluting
> and all that if i don't have to. The bed near the house that's growing well
> it gettin the same treatment, the only difference is the new bed has alot
> more sun, and the old bed looks great.
> 
Kali,

It is the general practice to plant your iris in late summer and fall. 
This is when they are in a semi-dormant state and probably have the
flower buds set for next year.  Since you just planted your iris in
April I would have to urge patience.  They are probably trying to get
adjusted to their new location.  Keep them watered when they need it but
withhold fertilizer as they probably have enough.

Rick Tasco
Superstition Iris Gardens
Central California
Zone 8
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