intermediate iris
Iris 'Az Ap'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Tissue Culture
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
Cobalt blue with gentian blue beards Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
For intermediate iris (Iris 'Az Ap'), water needs to be applied 1 to 2 times each week depending on weather. The soil should be kept consistently moist but not wet. Too much water can increase the risk of root rot. During the warmest parts of the growing season, more frequent irrigation may be necessary. Additionally, if you live in an area with prolonged periods of drought, it's important to provide your Iris with the necessary water to prevent the plant from going into dormancy and dying back.
sunlight
Intermediate iris (Iris 'Az Ap') plants prefer to receive 6–8 hours of sunlight each day. The best time for this plant to receive sunlight is in the morning, typically between 8 am and 10 am, and in the afternoon from 3–5 pm. Avoid direct sunlight in the middle of the day when temperatures are the hottest.
pruning
For the intermediate iris (Iris 'Az Ap'), pruning can be done twice a year. In early spring, before any new growth starts to appear, you can remove any dead or damaged stems and foliage to encourage a new burst of growth. You can also prune the plant to manage size and shape, as needed. In early to mid-summer, you can prune off any flower stems that have faded or died, as well as deadhead spent blooms. This will help to encourage new blooms later in the season. Make sure to use sharp and clean pruning shears to reduce the risk of injury to the stems.
