Family:
Iridaceae
Plant/bulb type: Rhizome
Planting time: Summer to Autumn
Height:
Depth & spacing: Plant with the crown just at or
above soil level (the point where the green growth starts). Plant
Talls 40cm apart, Dwarfs & Rocks 30cm apart. The closer you
plant Bearded Iris, the sooner they will need to be divided.
Aspect: Full sun.
Soil: Fertile and well drained. A rich soil is ideal. pH
should be neutral.
Watering: Start watering when growth appears and keep soil
slightly moist until foliage dies off after flowering.
Fertilising: Top dress with a complete fertiliser (eg:
Blood & Bone) in early Spring each year
Flowering time: Mid to late Spring.
After flowering care: These plants require very little
care. However, if you like neatness, you can cut the foliage back
to about 10cm tall.
Comments: Very hardy plants. Most worthwhile in the garden
because, with very little care they'll provide you with many
flowers each year.