I live in zone 7 and usually spend a lot of time in my garden. However, after having a baby, I haven't been able to maintain it properly, and it has become overgrown. We had a gardener come for a one-time cleanup, but I was really upset to find that all my irises, which were a gift from a friend who has passed away and I've had for about 10 years, have been completely cut down. They've been reduced to just stubs. I'm wondering if they'll grow back next year? I should note that they were planted in a flower bed next to my hydrangeas.
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It's understandable to worry when things get cut back earlier than expected, but in most cases, they’ll be just fine. Just give them some time, and they’ll come back next spring!
Irises are incredibly hardy! Unless the gardener really messed with the roots, they should come back. I’ve had some rhizomes sit in a bucket for months and still grow after replanting. They're surprisingly tough!
As long as the bulbs weren't dug up, they should be fine. Just keep them in their spot and maybe add a little mulch for protection, but not too much because they prefer some exposure to air. Don't worry, if they do get dug up, just put them back in the ground and they'll likely bloom again!
I appreciate the advice! I’ll keep an eye on them.
Your irises should bounce back! They're quite resilient. I've had some even survive being cut down to just one scraggly leaf and they came back strong. Just give them time, and soon you'll be able to watch them grow alongside your little one!
This is really comforting to hear, thanks for the encouragement!
Just a heads-up, don’t cover them too much with mulch. Irises like their rhizomes to breathe, or they might rot. But even if they were disturbed, they’re tough and will likely recover.