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Siberian Iris
Iris sibirica 'Caesar's Brother'
Flowers are deep violet-purple blooms with black veining and white and yellow throats.
The Siberian iris are an easy, trouble-free group, forming clumps of grassy foliage with a late spring display of butterfly-like flowers. Plants are sturdy and upright, and seldom troubled by Iris borer. This taller selection has deep royal-blue flowers with a gold throat. Siberian iris are tolerant of wet sites, and will even grow in the shallow water at the edge of a pond or stream. Also suitable for using in tubs and mixed containers. Cut the dying foliage back in late fall. Easily divided in early fall, every 3 to 4 years. CAUTION: Harmful if eaten.
Characteristics:
Blooms late spring to early summer
36-40 In
2-9 Find your zone
Full Sun,Partial Shade
Features and Usage:
Greenhouse Growing Instructions:
Grow at 60-65° F with high light levels. Start on the dry side until new growth appears, then keep evenly moist. Once actively growing feed at 100-125 ppm N with each watering. Plants will generally finish in 6-8 weeks based on growing conditions.
Plants Per Gallon: 1
Storage Temperature Prior to Planting: 38
Cooler Humidity Prior to Planting: Low
Transplanting Instructions:
Plant in well draining professional potting soil keeping rhizome just at the soil surface with roots spread out below. Prefers slightly acidic soil. Once potted, water sparingly and apply a broad spectrum fungicide according to directions to avoid crown and root rot.
Homeowner Planting and Maintenance Tips:
Easy to grow in moist but well-drained rich soil.
