There are many plants that can be used to decorate an artificial reservoir or pond. A separate of them is the marsh iris. Its large flowers and long stems fit perfectly into any landscape. At the same time, the culture is unpretentious and a novice gardener can grow it.
First of all, you need to decide on a site for a flower. Iris loves lighted places, but it will take root in the shade. Although this will significantly affect its decorative effect. In addition, the site must be protected from the wind. As for the soil, fertile, rich soils with a low or neutral acidity level are preferred for the flower.
Iris marsh practically does not require attention to itself
The easiest way to propagate a plant is by dividing the root. But if this flower is not yet on your site, then you may well grow it from seeds. Start sowing at the end of autumn. Then shoots will appear with the arrival of spring, but such an iris will bloom only after 3-4 years.
For planting, bury the seeds in the coastal zone to a depth of 1,5–2 cm. No fertilization is required
If you plan to grow a crop in the reservoir itself, then you need to root it in a container or pot. You can start planting both in early spring and late autumn. Work rules:
- Add nutritious soil to the pot.
- Trim all leaves and roots of the plant by one third.
- Root the crop to a depth of 10 cm.
After planting, place the pot in a pond. If you rooted a plant in the spring, then it needs a depth of 20-40 cm. If you planted a crop in the fall, then it is advisable to place it at a greater depth. Then the flower will not freeze into the ice and will endure frost.
It is a pleasure to care for an attractive water flower, because it practically does not need attention. Care rules:
- If the iris grows far from the shore of the reservoir, then the soil moisture should be constantly maintained. Any drying out will affect the appearance of the culture.
- This frost-resistant crop does not require shelter in winter. But flowers grown in the pond itself should be transferred to a deep place before frost. This will help prevent freezing.
- Iris multiplies rapidly, and if not controlled, it will take over the entire surrounding area. Therefore, collect seeds to avoid self-seeding.
- Prune all leaves and flowers of the crop in the fall.
- Rejuvenate your plants every 5-7 years. To do this, divide the rhizomes and transplant them to new places.
Anyone can grow an attractive marsh iris. At the same time, planting and caring for the plant will not cause much trouble for a novice gardener.