Bearded Iris: How to Grow the Elegant Rainbow Flower
Iris germanica
Growing Bearded Iris: rhizomatous perennial with spectacular flowers in every colour. Full sun, calcareous soil, spring blooming.
Characteristics
Bearded Iris (Iris germanica) is a rhizomatous perennial with elegant butterfly-like flowers, available in nearly every colour of the rainbow. It grows vigorously in full sun on calcareous well-drained soil, tolerating cold and drought. The spring flowering lasts 4-6 weeks.
Flowering season
Practical tips
Water needs: bassa — always check soil moisture before watering.
Prefers pieno sole: provide the right light and rotate the plant for even growth.
Recommended soil: drenante calcareo. Refresh the substrate every 1-2 years.
Dust the leaves with a damp cloth to support photosynthesis.
Feed during the growing season (spring-summer) and stop in winter.
