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Iris Germanic: planting, leaving
Iris germanis is a graceful perennial flower of the iris family. Despite the external fragility, the plant has a high degree of hardiness and reproduces with the help of a powerful creeping rhizome. Dark purple flowers begin to bloom in May and serve as a wonderful decoration for any home garden.
Basic rules for planting German iris
The landing site should be well lit and protected from possible gusts of wind. The soil for growing the plant must have neutral acidity and sufficient drainage. Flowers grow well on rocky ground – this is a natural feature of the culture.
The natural habitat of the German iris is the Mediterranean countries
Seed propagation of iris will take a very long time and is mainly used for breeding new varieties. In addition, this method does not contribute to the transfer of the varietal qualities of the parent flower to the new plant.
The most common methods for planting iris are:
- division of the rhizome – the part of the root that has buds is cut into small pieces for subsequent cultivation in the ground;
- division by layering – a young shoot is separated from the mother plant along with a part of the parent’s root.
Before planting, it is recommended to clean the roots and treat them with growth stimulants. In the prepared hole, you need to carefully lay out the planting material and sprinkle it with soil on top so that the upper part of the roots remains on the surface. This will protect the rhizomes from decay.
Rules for caring for german iris
The peculiarity of iris lies in its ability to accumulate moisture in the roots, so the plant should be watered infrequently. Part of the flower’s root system is close to the surface, so care should be taken when loosening the soil so as not to harm the flower.
It is not recommended to apply organic fertilizers under the seedlings – this often leads to the growth of pathogenic bacteria and rot. They also contribute to the rapid growth of green mass, which prevents the plant from blooming.
Irises should be fed with complex mineral fertilizers containing nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. Spring feeding with wood ash has a particularly positive effect on iris flowering, it reduces the risk of diseases and neutralizes the acidity of the soil.
After the end of the flowering period, it is necessary to remove the peduncles, and cut off the yellowed leaves in a semicircle. For the winter, it is advisable to mulch the iris plantings with sand or peat about 10 cm to protect against frost
These graceful and elegant flowers are perfect for landscaping the site. Regardless of its style and level, floral arrangements using irises will harmoniously fit into the overall image and will cause everyone’s admiration.