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When bulbs and rhizomatous irises are planted, stems must be positioned so that feeder roots grow downward into the soil. Temperatures should be above 40 degrees, so the best time to plant bearded iris is July through September, notes North Carolina State University Extension.
Although the iris rhizome is planted in a shallow hole, the soil should be loosened to a depth of 10 inches to allow for optimum root growth. Place the rhizome so that it sits barely under the soil, firming the soil around it, and then water it in. Potted iris can be planted in the spring using care to plant at the same soil level as in the pot. Containerized iris are often available in spring at local garden centers.