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need to cover iris for freezing weather?

Hello! I just checked the tables online and am not sure if I need to cover my iris (just planted last fall--not sure if they are "established" yet) over the next couple days? What's your experience? Thanks!

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Permalink Reply by Kevin Marsh on March 26, 2009 at 7:52pm
Buds and blooms are at risk for damage this weekend. If it gets really cold the foliage could get burnt edges.

Ultimately the plant itself will be fine.
Permalink Reply by Debra B on April 22, 2009 at 4:45am
I planted iris bulbs/tubers that a friend gave me and they came up just fine the following spring without being covered. And they are popping through the ground this spring also.

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