Video about irises, looking for how to work for you, how to work, how to apply, how to use it. Planting and caring for him is a little troublesome, but you will be more than compensated for by a beautiful flowering flowerbed. Outwardly, it is somewhat reminiscent of a tropical butterfly perched on a stalk in order to relax and continue to fly around the world. Thanks to its beauty, the iris instantly conquered the gardeners. Virtually no flowerbed can do without it. Description and variations of
We take the Dutch iris( Iris Hollandica) as a basis.
To begin with, move away from the topic and mention that thermophilic irises have three main varieties: Juno's
- .Characterized by heat-loving plants. Basically, they are grown as annuals.
- Iridodictiums( they are also called netted, for example, the irish Goldland Ash Jam).The most unpretentious and undemanding. They bloom immediately after the snow melts.
- Xyphyum. This species in turn has its own categories: Spanish, American and Dutch. This species is the most common in our area, so the subject of discussion is they. Lovers grow them as annual flowers or indoor. To determine the belonging to the species can be by the presence of thick scales on the bulbs, which after flowering should be dug, dried and sent to a cold place to hibernate.
Dutch Iris is xifium, and belongs to the hybrid varieties of the Dutch category, bred in the same country. In flower shops, they are sold in the form of bulbs covered with multiple layers of scales. In adult form, the height of the plant is on average 0.6 m, but it all depends on the variety. For example, the Dutch Diamond Blue Diamond( blue diamond), Casablanca, Blue Magic( blue magic) and other heights vary between 0.45-0.7 m.
If you land irises in places inaccessible to the wind, they will not need them.
The plant itself is winter-hardy. However, during severe frosts, they need something to cover in order to prevent freezing. Irises are widely used. They not only decorate flowerbeds of gardens and flower gardens, but also grow them under the slice to create bouquets and flower arrangements.
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The flowering of Dutch iris( photo below) comes in the last week of May and lasts until early June. As for the spectrum of hues of buds, they can be the most diverse, starting with white and blue and ending with orange and purple. After flowering, the plant begins to dry the foliage, and by the end of August it dries out completely.
Dutch bulbous iris: planting
In principle, planting bulbous irises is identical to the root. But still there are a number of nuances that must be strictly followed:
- The growing season of bulbous irises is rather short. Flowering occurs late in the summer, and quickly stops. Therefore, it is important to choose the right material for planting. In this case, you should pay attention to the golden color of the bulbs, the absence of dark spots or soft zones. From the correct choice depends on the development of plants and condition.
- Before planting the flower bulbs, it is imperative to dip them into the fungicide solution and let them stand for several hours. This procedure protects it from rotting in the ground. After the seasoned onion is thoroughly dried.
- Bulbs of Dutch iris are planted in the spring.
- The land in a flowerbed or in a place where irises will be planted should be plowed up beforehand, and then disinfected with potassium permanganate( just water it.).This will help get rid of germs, bacteria that can harm the bulb and destroy the plant.
- Planted the bulbs when they begin to appear roots. At the same time, they are planted at a depth of 10-15 cm, keeping a distance of 15 cm between specimens. Such a distance will ensure good development and growth of the plant and will not allow each other in the group to shadow each other.
- Planted onions sprinkled with soil and well watered.
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Basic rules for caring for bulbous Dutch iris
For a plant to develop without complications and long flowering, you should follow a number of rules for caring for flowers.
Lighting
Irises are light-loving plants, so you need to choose dry and well-lit places for planting. But at the same time, they should be protected from direct sunlight. An ideal place for a bed of partial shade with sufficient light.
Soil
As for the substrate, nutrient and loose soil is important for irises. However, its pH should be alkaline or neutral. If the indicators are different or a clay substrate prevails at the site, then adding sand will help correct the situation, preventing water stagnation, and also adding hydrated lime to adjust the pH to the required values.
Irises prefer loose soil, so after planting should be regularly loosening.1-2 times / week will be enough.
Watering
Since the irises are very sensitive to overmoistening the soil( this leads to rotting of the roots and further death of the entire bulb), before planting you need to take care of good drainage so that the water can “escape” and not accumulate at the site of planting.
Russia has rainy seasons, so after the flowering bulbs are recommended to dig, dry and put in a dry place for storage.
Top dressing
The plant also badly tolerates exposure to any chemicals. Therefore, with dressings you need to be very careful. It is better to stop the choice on compost or humus, in the amount of 1 bucket / m 2. After planting the bulbs, the plants can be “fed” with wood ash.
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Dutch Iris mix is often sold in stores. Planting and care for such bulbs is identical. Only the color of the buds for you will be a "surprise".
Now you know how and when to plant Dutch irises. Compliance with all the rules will allow you to grow the amazing beauty of the plant and revitalize your site with bright colors.
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