tall bearded iris

The tall bearded iris, also known as Iris 'Halloween Halo', should be watered weekly to ensure that the soil remains moist but not soggy. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again. During the summer months, when the temperatures are higher and the plant is actively growing, it may need to be watered as often as twice a week. In cooler months, once every 2 weeks should suffice. Additionally, ensure the plant receives at least 1 inch of water each week, either from rainfall or irrigation. Be careful not to overwater as this may cause the roots to rot.

Tall bearded iris (Iris 'Halloween Halo') should be grown in an area of the garden with full sun exposure for 6 to 8 hours daily. During the summer months it is beneficial if some of the opportunity for sunlight can take place in the late afternoon, especially in areas of high summer temperatures. However, it is also important to provide adequate shade during the hottest part of the day to protect against sunburn. The best time for sunlight for tall bearded iris is in the morning and early afternoon when the sun is not so strong, or it may be filtered through dappled shade created by trees or other tall plants.

Tall bearded iris (Iris 'Halloween Halo') should be pruned in late fall or early winter, usually right after the foliage dies back. Pruning tall bearded iris helps to produce larger, healthier blooms the following spring. To prune, cut the flower stalks back to where they emerge from the rhizomes (about 1 inch above the ground). Additionally, the top third of each rhizome should be pruned, removing any blooms, new shoots, or foliage. Finally, any dead, spent, or yellowed foliage should also be trimmed off.