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Sat, Jun 30, 12 at 16:38
| I had to dig up my flower bed in the middle of June to repair the foundation of the house. Of course, it was peak blooming season for a lot of my irises and Asiatic lilies. I managed to rescue most of the rhizomes and bulbs, but what do I do now? Do I wait until fall to replant them all, or can I do it now? I realize they won't bloom again this season, but I'd rather just get them back in the ground than wait. |
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- Posted by lisanti07028 z6NJ (My Page) on Sat, Jun 30, 12 at 16:45
| Then put them back! |
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- Posted by duluthinbloomz4 zone 4a (My Page) on Sat, Jun 30, 12 at 16:47
| I'm guessing the repairs, etc. are overwith. I'd replant them now thinking they have a better chance in the ground than drying out in a bag in the garage for a few months. I imagine it's hot in New Jersey, but I'd prepare the space, put them in and water well to get them restarted. Iris rhizomes and lily bulbs are pretty resiliant self-contained little units - at least for the short haul. I do expect someone to offer a different perspective. :-) |
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- Posted by mad_gallica Z5 Eastern NY (My Page) on Sat, Jun 30, 12 at 18:00
| For iris, you aren't all that far off from when they should be dug and divided. If you don't already know, research how it should be done, keep the rhizomes in a (relatively) cool place, and do it. No rush, but peak dividing time is late July/early August, so plan on getting it done. The lilies are going to be more problematic. Their dormant time is winter. I'd get them back in ASAP, water well, and hope for the best. |
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