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Irises without roots

19 years ago

Hello,

today I noticed that some of my SDBs that I planted last summer (August) can easily be pulled out of the ground. Then I saw that they have no new roots at all. The old roots are dead and mushy but the rhizomes are still firm (no sign of rot). What can I do now? Is there any hope that they will develop new roots this spring and survive? Should I pot them up and take them into the house (we still have freezing temperatures in the night)?

Greetings from Germany

Anja

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sylviatexas1
19 years ago
don't know why there aren't any new roots, but potting them up likely would disturb them, & freezing temps don't usually hurt irises.

If you just got them last summer, maybe the supplier will replace them or give you an answer.

If there's an iris society in your area,
You might check with someone there, too.

Best luck!
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