Make sure the mound is high enough to allow the top of the rhizome to poke out slightly above the soil level. Create a mound of soil in the center of the hole. In a well-cultivated bed, dig a shallow hole large enough for the rhizome clump. This allows enough time for the flowers to become established before winter. The best time to plant bearded iris is July through September. Japanese Iris are also a favorite water plant grown in containers in pond shallows. No lime! Wait until you see new growth before fertilizing, then feed again just before bloom. Space plants 2 feet or more apart in heavy soil, amended with compost and peat. They require high soil moisture and a fair amount of feeding throughout their growth period. Japanese Iris prefer bright, sunny locations but can live in partial shade. If you have several plants, plant them at least a foot and a half apart, 'facing' the same way. The top of the bulb should be just beneath the surface of the soil. Firm the soil tightly and allow enough for settling to keep the bulbs above any possible standing water. Set the bulb firmly to hold the plant in place. If you have clay-heavy soil, add some coarse sand and humus. Dutch Iris prefer bright, sunny locations but can live in partial shade. If you have any questions, please call Customer Service at (513) 354-1512 or contact us at early fall, plant your Dutch Iris (Iris Xiphium) bulbs 3-4' deep and 3-4' apart in light, fertile, well-drained soil. See our shipping information page for approximate ship dates and more detailed information. Shipping & Handling Charges Total Order.Please note that we cannot ship outside the 48 contiguous states. We will pack and ship your order based on the following schedule. Garden hardgoods and Gift Certificates ship with in 4-7 day. Once fully inspected and packaged they are shipped direct to you in the most efficient manner to Large orders may be shipped in more than one package.īulb and perennial shipments direct from Holland are harvested in July and August dependent on theĪnd crop. In all cases, we choose the fastest, most efficient way to delivery your orders via the USPS or FedEx based on your hardiness zone.

In the Fall these plants tend to arrive at the Kept in the ground in our nurseries until fully dormant. To promote optimum stress protection in transit and your success in the garden, bareroot perennials are Possible in the planting season to allow for the best root development once planted. The type of product you order or the weather in our area or your area may affect the anticipatedīased on the contents of your order we always strive to ship your order complete, and as early as The account number found in your order confirmation email. We will send you a separate email confirming each shipment.Īt any time after you place your order you can check your order status on our website using your email If you have ordered multiple items, you may receive them in more than one You will also receive an email notification when your order actually ships with an Upon placing your order you will receive an email confirmation with the details of your order and a

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