About Angie Girdham Expertise I can help you ID a variety of plant types although most of my experience is in Zones 4-8. I have a large plant reference library and I'm proficient with using the ID keys and narrowing down the choices. I also have knowledge of most cutflowers and houseplants.
Experience I have been employed in the "green" industry for over 14 years. I have worked as a greenhouse grower, research assistant, plant science teacher and horticulturist. I attend various training and trade conferences during the year to stay updated on changes in the industry. I subscribe to over 5 different publications to help my stay informed.
Organizations Ohio Florist Association
Michigan Nurserymen Association
Michigan Horticutural Therapy Association
Publications Views from the Arb
Education/Credentials A degree in Ornamental Horticulture. Completion of Grower's Certificate from College of Knowledge supported by MSU. Horticulture certificate completed at vocational high school. A Michigan certified nurseryman and pesticide applicator.
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I have tubers - don't know where I got it - that produce iris like plants, appx 48" tall, tubers appx 2 - 8" long (full sun, amended clay soil) but has never bloomed though plants appear healthy and have spread to cover 18" x 60" area. I've tried several different types of fertilizer over past 5 years to no avail. Any ideas?
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Hello Nancy,
Are you asking for reasons why your Iris have not bloomed or are you asking if they are Iris?
Get back with me and we will work through your situation.
Thank you for your question,
Angie
Answer Hello Nancy,
Are the "tubers" located at or slightly above soil level? These are called the foot. They are commonly 4 inches or so long. Do the leaves of the plant fan out from one end of the foot? Iris can sometimes make a ring of foliage with all the feet in the middle of the ring.
I won't be able to tell you why your plant isn't blooming until we figure out what it is. So get back with me and we will work this out.
