How to Cut Back Irises in the Fall

Cutting back irises is necessary and should be done every year.

Is it Necessary to Cut Back Irises?

1. Prevent diseases and pests 2. Tidy up your Iris

Reasons to Cut Back Irises?

Deadheading is removing the dead flowers. Cut Back is removing all leaves and stems

Cut Back vs Deadheading

No, you don't need to deadhead irises. You do need to cut back irises

Is it Necessary to Deadhead Irises?

-Wait after 3 to 4 frosts before you cut back irises. -Usually late Fall -Make sure all leaves are brown and dead

When to Cut Back Irises

Wait for the leaves to turn brown during late Fall before cutting back irises

Step 1: How to Cut Back Irises

Use a gardening scissor and cut the stem and leaves

Step 2: How to Cut Back Irises

Leave 2 inches of Iris foliage

Step 3: How to Cut Back Irises

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