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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.
Planting a New Iris. 1  1. Choose a suitable species of iris. Though nearly all irises are fairly hardy and easy to maintain, some are more suitable for certain conditions than others. 2  2. Plant in late summer. Most Irises are best planted in late summer (early fall at the latest). 3  3. Pick a spot with about six to eight hours of full sun per day.