Iris info

Found this on the site where I ordered my irises...
Bearded Iris (a few planting tips)
Plant the Bearded Iris as soon as you receive them.
Make sure that you have loosened the soil very well in the garden where you want to plant these and that it gets lots of sun and plenty of air circulation.

Plant the rhizomes with the roots facing down just below the soil surface, so that when the soil settles, the top of the rhizome can bask in the sun.

Water these newly planted rhizomes well for some time until they are established; after that, be stingy with watering.

Use some 10-10-10 fertilizer right after planting and again in early Spring.

Divide the Bearded Iris every 3-5 years to prevent overcrowding and promote flowering. This is also a great time to exchange some varieties with friends, family and neighbors.

Cut off the flower stalk as soon as all the flowers are bloomed out...there is no need to spend food and energy for seed production.

Enjoy these drought tolerant beauties of the garden from early March though mid May (or later when North of Georgia) by choosing several varieties and types.