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After the ground has frozen, apply additional mulch. This will conserve moisture and help prevent the alternate freezing knd thawing of the soil that may push plants out of the ground.
Irises grown from divisions should bloom the next spring after planting. For a quick flower display, plant three individual rhizomes eight to 10 inches apart. But remember, the more closely together iris rhizomes are planted, the sooner they will need to be divided.
The same planting procedure is suggested for dwarf and intermediate bearded irises. Try some of these shorter types to add new interest to the garden. Dwarf varieties bloom in early spring, followed by the intermediate and then the tall types.
Some of the intermediate varieties produce a second crop of flowers in the fall.
You also might consider planting some crested irises. This is a dwarf type which is related to the bearded"' iris. The plants grow to a height of six to nine inches, and are ideal for the rock garden or low border. This type received its name from the crest of tissue along the falls (flower petals oriented downward) in place of the beard.
Dr. Diane Relf is a horticulture specialist with Virginia Cooperative Extension and is a member of the faculty of Virginia Tech.
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