Crimean iris Care

Snow cover is not a bad thing. it acts as an insulator and allows the soil to stay moist avoiding winter desiccation of the plant. colorado clay soils are very heavy and retain moisture for a long period of time. bearded iris will not tolerate "wet feet" so to avoid many problems, make sure your plants have good drainage.

By removing overgrown foliage, you will improve airflow to the plant, and light will be better able to penetrate all portions of the plant. This actually leads to a fuller and healthier looking houseplant.

Universal fertilizer is granular and mineral product intended for fertilization of all types of garden cultivations. Its balanced content is suitable both for fruit trees, fruit bushes, vegetables and ornamental plants. The even composition of individual elements makes the fertilizer universal.

Medium light/Partly shaded – This is where the plant gets some morning sun or some afternoon sun. Morning sun is less intense than afternoon sun, so putting your plants a few meters in from an East facing window works for maximum sun while reducing the risk of burning.

Use a potting mix, which makes it safer for plants because it doesn't contain pathogens such as fungus or other diseases.

Plant irises in mid- to late summer (July to September/October) when nighttime temperatures remain between 40 and 50°F or above. For winter protection, cover the rhizomes with an inch or two of sand topped with a light layer of evergreen boughs, applied after the ground freezes.

Here’s a handy guideline: increase pot size by 2.5-5 cm (1 to 2 inches) in diameter for plants that are growing in pots 25.4 cm (10 inches) in diameter or less. For larger plants, those growing in pots greater than 10 inches in diameter, increase the pot size by 5 or 7.62 cm (2 or 3 inches) in diameter.

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