Re: REF: program suggestions

On Nov 23, 2007, at 9:36 AM, BillBLR@aol.com wrote:

> I remember when I was first introduced to growing iris (not that long 
> ago),
> someone told the tale of a grower who tossed his unwanted rhizomes out 
> in the
> alley, and what a great display of blooms he had the next year.  When  
> people
> know how easy they are to grow, how difficult to kill, and what great  
> blooms
> you get, they should be more interested in trying them.  The details  
> can
> come later.

Unfortunately, Bill, irises aren't that easy up here in northern MN.  I 
lost over 200 cvs this year alone because of the extraordinarily 
difficult weather patterns.

I do understand your point, though.  During my talks, I emphasize the 
incredible hardiness of the MDBs and SDBs in our climate, the amazing 
array of colors, patterns, and heights available in this genus, and the 
extended bloom season provided by a collection which includes all 
classes and types of irises.

I don't, however, see any value in giving local gardeners false 
impressions that may result in plant failure, so I do also note that 
many TBs have not proven themselves tough enough to survive in my iris 
beds.  I figure if I can give attendees specific cultivar 
recommendations of irises that have done well for me, I vastly increase 
their odds of success if and when they do decide to take the iris 
plunge.

Thank you for your input.  "Keep it positive" has been duly noted!

Laurie


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