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jvanderk’s Question
I have some very large lupine plants. When they are through blooming, do I cut back the foliage and if so, how far? Similar question about bearded iris. My mother always cut the foliage back to a fan shape about 4 inches from the ground. Do I do that immediately after blooming is done or do I wait awhile? Thank you for taking the time to answer me. I appreciate it.
Posted by jvanderk on June 22, 2013
Marianne's Response
You can cut back the foliage of both lupine and iris after they bloom and they will still flower the following year plus you will have a tidy garden and less slugs. The iris can be cut down to 6 inches and the lupines to the same. That reminds me to go outside and cut mine back soon. Keep growing, Marianne Binetti
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