Re: [SG] Siberian irises
- To: s*@MAELSTROM.STJOHNS.EDU
- Subject: Re: [SG] Siberian irises
- From: S* B* <s*@WRIGHT.EDU>
- Date: Mon, 3 May 1999 13:25:51 -0400
- References: <v01530502b35389fa56b0@[208.6.80.46]>
thank you
Bill Shear wrote:
>
> >In a message dated 5/3/99 10:22:24 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
> >sandy.boyette@WRIGHT.EDU writes:
> >
> ><< I have some siberians I had planned on
> > thining this fall. Is that a good
> > time? Should I do it now - or can I
> > transplant as soon as they finish
> > blooming?
> >
>
> Sandy--In your area, it may be too late to effectively divide the Siberians
> if they are more than a few inches tall, and I do not think fall division
> would work well in your area, with its harsh winters. I would suggest
> waiting until next year and doing the job when the new shoots are an inch
> or so tall.
>
> You could try it now, but if you do, be sure that you keep them well
> watered all summer. Each division should consist of 3-5 leaf fans.
> Replant the divisions a little deeper than they were growing, and mulch
> well. Siberians like a slightly acid, rich, organic soil and respond well
> to mulching and extra water.
>
> Bill Shear
> Department of Biology
> Hampden-Sydney College
> Hampden-Sydney VA 23943 USA
> bills@hsc.edu
> 804-223-6172
> fax 804-223-6387
