Contentsrevive him? Iris marsh perfectly cope with the task. In the people it is also called pseudoairovy( Iris pseudacorus, translated from Latin) or yellow.
Botanical reference
The popular name of the plant was obtained due to its connection with the ecology: the favorite places for the growth of iris are the banks of various water bodies, as well as the armored rivers. The length of the plant is at least 0.6 m, and some specimens can develop up to 2 m in height.
It is worth noting that the marsh toffee( photos of this handsome are presented) has the properties of hydrochlor. In simple terms, the seeds of iris spread through the water, since, once in the last, they do not sink for a long time due to the presence of air-filled cavities between the seed and the skin and the non-wettability of the latter. It is assumed that the distribution of plants involved and waterfowl.
It is noteworthy that the marsh iris is represented by a single species and human activity does not prevent it from spreading. On the contrary, it only contributes to the "seizure" of new lands.
Iris marsh: planting and care
The main advantage - trouble-free care, which further attracts gardeners.
Illumination
The plant prefers a bright light, and the direct rays of the sun are absolutely not afraid of it. However, it can grow in places with penumbra.
Soil
The marsh iris to the soil is also not demanding, but the ideal is heavy soil saturated with substances of organic origin and having acidity below “7”.At the same time, the plant will grow without problems in low-lying areas, where a large amount of water accumulates.
Watering
Based on the above, it is clear that with the growth of iris near water bodies, there is no need for watering. At the same time, if the planting was done in a normal substrate, you should regularly water the iris and prevent the earth coma from drying out. Particular attention should be paid to the young.
Reproduction
Reproduction also does not cause problems. Among the existing methods of isolated seed and vegetative.
The first is the simplest. It is enough to collect the seeds and sow in the fall in the wet soil. Shoots will appear in the spring.
Along with ease there is also the main drawback of the method - the flowering of the plant will come no earlier than in 3-4 years.
For reproduction by the second method, it suffices to chop the “babies” from the rhizome. This can be done in the period from the onset of spring to autumn.
But best of all it is carried out in the springtime, when the plant starts growing.
Two main rules must be observed:
- During the division of the rhizome, the iris should not bloom.
- On the rhizome should also be located buds or leaves. And the last before planting you need to cut, leaving only 20-30 cm from the entire length.
Pests and diseases
As for pests, the plant is most often affected by gladiolus thrips, the favorite part of which is leaves. True, in the 80s.there was a case of "attack" of the iridescent sawflies. But the problem was quickly resolved thanks to insecticides.
Decoration and design
Iris marsh - a dream for any gardener. In addition to ease of care, beauty, trouble-free reproduction, the flower finds a worthy place in flower arrangements. It is used in:
- Compositions with shrubs and trees.
- Creating green fences.
- In beds next to perennial flowers.
- Ecosystems manual "built."
- The plant also looks great on a lawn apart from other flowers.
Marsh Yellow Iris is an ideal plant for arranging any water bodies. And given the versatility and vitality in conditions of aridity, excessive humidity, the lack of a good drainage system, it is also irreplaceable.
