Same with an iris, gardenglory. That's why I normally wait a couple of years on the intros. Of course, some I just have to have, but here again we're talking 35 to 40 dollars on the siberians, compared to hundreds on the daylilies.
In beardless irises, the new intros are usually 35, next year 30, next 25, and on down. But a Japanese iris lake Effect intro'd in 2004 is still at 25. I have that in my garden, and it's the slowest growing one I have (although one of the most beautiful), so your advice is right on.
Thanks Betty, I have already sent an email off to him. I hate to bother a grower this time of year, but he sure sounds like a nice guy, so I think he will give an opinion, hopefully.
Good discussion. Thanks everyone!
