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Problem with daylilies and irises

18 years ago

A friend in Unity just emailed me to ask about yellow "matter" on the root area of her daylilies and irises. I am not sure what "yellow matter" means, but has anyone else had this problem? As far as I am aware, none of my irises or daylilies have this problem. In the past I have had iris borers, but never anything on the daylilies. Thanks for your help. Joan

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veilchen
18 years ago
Possibly a fungus? Would need a better description or pic. Probably nothing to worry about.
paulaj
18 years ago
Is the yellow matter poo from borers?
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