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Bearded irises grow well in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 4 through 10. The best time to divide these plants is four to six weeks after they bloom -- midsummer to early fall -- every two to three years when blooming decreases.
Dividing Irises. Iris plants, which spread and multiply, may overcrowd flower beds, typically within three to five years after bulbs are planted. Dividing irises can be done anytime, notes North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension, but it is best to do it within four to six weeks after blooms fade.