To treat bearded iris borers, remove and destroy infested plant parts, including the rhizomes, and apply insecticides labeled for iris borers during their active season. Preventative measures include ensuring good air circulation around the plants, practicing crop rotation, and maintaining healthy plants through proper watering and fertilization. Additionally, consider planting irises in well-drained soil and avoiding overcrowding to reduce the risk of infestation. Regularly inspect plants and remove any debris that can harbor pests.
The enemies of iris are aphids and iris borers.
Wild iris is a producer. It is eaten by aphids and iris borers.
Iris borers are very small.
The tiny holes in iris bulbs are likely caused by pests such as iris borers or slugs. To stop them, you can try using insecticidal soap or neem oil for iris borers, and handpicking or using slug bait for slugs. Additionally, maintaining good garden hygiene by removing debris and weeds can help prevent these pests from returning.
Iris are very hardy. However they can get iris borers and then you should dip the tubers in a mixture of bleach and water. If there are many borers, just throw the tubers away and start over. Plant the new iris in a different location.
There are many types of iris.
Bearded iris is usually moved in late summer to early fall.
There are bearded iris, water iris, dwarf iris, Louisiana iris, and siberian iris. There is also blackberry iris.
Iris can get bacterial leaf blight, fungal leaf spot, fungal crown rot, iris borers, aphids, verbena bud moths, crickets and wood lice.
One can find a bearded iris from many different stores and retailers. Some examples of stores that sell bearded irises include Eden Brothers and Michigan Bulb.
To properly preserve bearded iris rhizomes, store them in a cool, dry place with good air circulation. Avoid exposing them to extreme temperatures or moisture. It's best to store them in a paper bag or mesh bag to prevent mold growth. Check them periodically for any signs of rot or damage.
Belgian Princess, Chinook Winds, Hold My Hand, Hollywood Nights, and Sharp Dressed Man are the names of fragrant bearded iris.