Iris Japonica Plant

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SKU: MYBG-FLOW-BULB-IRJP

Pot size: 5"
Price:
Sale priceRs.249.00 Regular priceRs.299.00

Delivery time: 3-4 working days

Daily

Water Requirement

Blue

Flower Color

Non Fragrant

Fragrance

Winter & Spring

Flowering Season

Iris

Genus

Large

Size

Low

Maintenance

Outdoor

Use

Yes

With Pots

Outdoor Shade,Outdoor Sun

Sunlight Requirement

Product Description

Iris japonica is an herbaceous perennial.The showy blooms appear in April- May and range from white to pale blue to purple.

Fringed Iris

Family

Iridaceae

Origin

China & Japan

Description

Iris japonica (Fringed Iris) is an evergreen rhizomatous perennial with white or pale blue, orchid-like flowers, up to 2 in. across (5 cm), adorned with deep purple and conspicuous orange crests on each fringed fall. Blooming profusely in late spring to early summer, they are borne on branched stems and rise above handsome fans of glossy, sword-shaped, evergreen foliage. 

Environment

Grow fortnight lilies in light, dappled shade to nearly full sun. Once established, fortnight lilies tolerate poor, dry soils, but do best in a well drained soil with regular watering during the growing season.

Iris reach optimum growth when protected from afternoon sun and planted in garden soil with good drainage.

It is very versatile and can be planted in various mediums from moderately dry soils to wetlands.Plants grow to 4 or 5 feet tall in standing water, making it ideal for water gardens and wet soil.They reach about 2 to 3 feet in soil.

Cut the spent blooms off of the spike to encourage rebloom on the same stalk.

Landscape Use

Useful under trees, attractive in rock gardens or in flower beds, Fringed Iris works well as a container plant too.

Flowering plants need access to bright sunlight to remain healthy and blooming. An easy facing balcony is the best place for the plants in Indian conditions. Try keeping them in bright sunlight but also where they get a little cover from the harsh afternoon sun. Some plants which are a little tender tend to burn due to the same.

Plants with thin leaves need daily watering and ones with thick leaves need watering 3-4 times a week. This will also depend on the season. Generally during the blooming period, plants love a lot of water. Try keeping the soil moist. During winters it is better to cut back on watering.

Keep the plants in a well drained soil with a drainage hole at the bottom. This will help to avoid over watering. Take care as to not leave stagnant water on top of the soil. Fertilise the plant once in 2-3 weeks during its blooming period. Do not fertilise it in winters.

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