Bearded Iris 'Sugar Blues'

ADVANCE SALE -SHIPS IN MID-AUGUST 2016

Iris germanica 'Sugar Blues'
Common Name: Tall Bearded Iris
Ships As: 1 Rhizome #1 Grade

CHARACTERISTICS

Height:
32-36 inches
Spread:
n/a inches
Flower Color:
Blues
Foliage Color:
Green shades
Hardiness Zone:
3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Water Requirements:
Average water needs
Attracts:
n/a
Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate:
Medium
Bloom Time:
Mid Spring - Early Summer (RE-BLOOMER)
Soil Requirements:
Average Soil

GREAT FOR:

Border plants
Cut flower or foliage
Mass Planting
Specimen or focal point

TIPS & MAINTENANCE

Bearded Iris's are a low-maintenance perennial prized for their flowers. They grow on tall, sword-shaped leaves. Iris roots are called rhizomes and sit just below the soil surface. When planting Bearded iris's they should be high enough that the top of the rhizome is slightly above ground level. Be sure not to bury the entire rhizome as your iris will not grow.

Planting Your Bearded Iris

Bearded Iris are tough plants and easy to grow. Plant them shallowly, keep them relatively dry, and they’ll thrive! Plant your iris’s in full sun which is best (they can take some shade or partial shade). The area should be dry and have good drainage. The iris should be able to dry out quickly after a rain storm. Any soil will do as long as it is not soggy. Bearded Iris rhizomes hate to be wet! Spacing should be 18-24” apart.

Dig a hole & plant your rhizome with the growth facing up and spread out the roots in the soil. The top of the rhizome should not be buried but showing. Press dirt firmly over the roots to hold iris in place keeping the rhizome exposed. If you have several plants, plant them all facing the same way. This prevents over-crowding too soon and is esthetically more pleasing.

Note: The rhizomes you have received are very healthy. Do not worry if the top growth is small, dried or is turning brown. This is normal!

Happy Planting Now for Beautiful Bloom in Spring!