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Alberta, Canada  LilyGreen Apr 19, 2020 11:15 AM CST |
| Hello, I bought 3 rhizomes last year but it was to late to plant them. I stored them with my other bulbs and now am ready to start. I am potting them as I rent. Is that acceptable for them? Also it does look like they became a bit musty between the leaves. No bad spots but I'm wondering about the bleach bath I've heard about. And finally, will they bloom this year? There are no fresh roots and the leaves are dry.. any info is very appreciated!! Thank you.  |
Name: Robin Melbourne, Australia (Zone 10b)       Totally_Amazing Apr 19, 2020 4:56 PM CST |
 Rhonda. I've never tried planting rhizomes that far gone. I think someone in this forum will be able to provide some advice. |
Name: Paul Utah (Zone 5b) Grandchildren are my greatest joy.             Paul2032 Apr 19, 2020 5:08 PM CST |
| You have them so plant them. I will be surprised if they make it . If they do it will be at least 2 years before you will see any bloom Welcome to the iris forum. Paul Smith Pleasant Grove, Utah |
Name: Tom Southern Wisconsin (Zone 5b)         tveguy3 Apr 19, 2020 5:29 PM CST |
| You might soak them over night before potting them, but they look pretty far gone. Give them a try, one never knows. Voltaire: "Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities," |
Name: Lee-Roy Bilzen, Belgium (Zone 8a)         Arico Apr 19, 2020 5:40 PM CST |
| They look severely dehydrated indeed. You'll be lucky if they take, but there's no harm in trying. A pot will do fine for a few years, but make sure the mix is well drained and place them in baking hot sun if they've started growing |
Name: Joshua Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (Zone 10b) Köppen Climate Zone Cfb       |
| I'm afraid they are probably past saving, although the one in the bottom left of the photo might have a chance. 'Mariposa Skies' looks like it's a goner. Plant Authorities: Catalogue of Life (Species) --- International Cultivar Registration Authorities (Cultivars) --- RHS Orchid Register --- RHS Lilium Register My Notes: Orchid Genera HTML PDF Excel --- Lilium Traits HTML PDF --- Lilium Species Crosses HTML PDF Excel --- Lilium Species Diagram The current profile image is that of Iris 'Volcanic Glow'. |
Alberta, Canada LilyGreen Apr 19, 2020 7:32 PM CST |
Thank you all for your input. I thought I may be out of luck.. this one looks like it's trying to grow some roots so I thought maybe... what do you think? Am I crazy? Hahaha.  |
Name: Joshua Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (Zone 10b) Köppen Climate Zone Cfb |
| I can see a few root growths, so that one may yet survive. Plant Authorities: Catalogue of Life (Species) --- International Cultivar Registration Authorities (Cultivars) --- RHS Orchid Register --- RHS Lilium Register My Notes: Orchid Genera HTML PDF Excel --- Lilium Traits HTML PDF --- Lilium Species Crosses HTML PDF Excel --- Lilium Species Diagram The current profile image is that of Iris 'Volcanic Glow'. |
Name: Monty Riggles Henry County, Virginia (Zone 7a) Oops. The weeds took over!    UndyingLight Apr 19, 2020 9:28 PM CST |
| Most have already spoken. They may not survive, but who knows. Irises are tough little plants, so maybe they could. Good luck with them. Even if they don't survive, you can always get replacements, because the few you have here I see are very popular plants. SDB Stop and Stare |
Alberta, Canada LilyGreen Apr 19, 2020 10:13 PM CST |
Thank you again! I'm going to try. I cant throw them away until I'm sure. I just dont have the heart! I'm so glad you are all doing this. You are awesome  Sincerely, Rhonda |
Name: daphne san diego county, ca (Zone 10a)   shizen Apr 20, 2020 2:16 PM CST |
| welcome to the iris forum. don't bury your rhizomes rhonda, just enough so the tops are showing. but, you probably already knew that? welcome to the iris forum! |
Alberta, Canada LilyGreen Apr 20, 2020 7:58 PM CST |
| Yes. I do alot of reading and research on any new plant or flower I take on. Most of the time I get the info I need but in this case I really wanted to talk to someone. I couldn't find anything on line etc. I'll be asking about my dahlias next lol! Have been doing them for years but am stumped by their behavior. That's why I believe I'm hooked on this site. I can actually talk to people with knowledge! . Thanks so much! |
Name: Evelyn Sierra foothills, Northern CA (Zone 8a)       evelyninthegarden Apr 20, 2020 8:07 PM CST |
| Rhonda ~ to the Iris Forum! "Luck favors the prepared mind." - Thomas Jefferson |
Northern CA (Zone 9a)   iciris Apr 20, 2020 10:26 PM CST |
| Rhonda • “Whoever said, ‘Do something right and you won’t have to do it again’ never weeded a garden.” – Anonymous |
Name: Lilli Lundby, Denmark, EU       IrisLilli Apr 23, 2020 6:57 AM CST |
| Rhonda! You don't know if it will grow until you try! |
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