Dividing Iris bulbs how and when to divide Iris Bulbs. All iris bulbs will require dividing to ensure strong growth as well as allow plants to multipy. Dividing bearded iris plants and siberian iris bulbs and the planting iris is not a difficult task for any gardener provided you have the right tools. Divided iris bulbs can be replanted in your own garden, planted in pots or given as gifts. Maybe even sold fpr a small profit, or donated to a school charity or other fundraising activity.
Dividing Bearded Iris, Siberian Iris and other Iris Bulbs - How and when to divide Iris Bulbs
When to divide Bearded Iris and Siberian Iris.
Iris are best divided after flowering, you will need a garden fork and a clean knife or pair of secatuers.
HOW TO DIVIDE IRIS BULBS
Lift the Iris Bulbs (rhizomes) with a garden fork, shake off excess soil and place on a garden bench or in a barrow.
Loosen the bulbs by shaking, generally they will naturally fall apart into seperate plants. To divide some bulbs may require cutting with a knife or secatures. Cut at least 3 inch sections making sure that foliage and roots are intact for each section
Cut foliage back with secatuers to 6inches. This reduces stress on the plant.
Discard any diseased or rotting rhizomes or remove any small areas with a clean sharp knife.
Bearded Iris like to be planted close to the surface with the top of the rhizome showing.
