Rocky Mountain iris

Generally, Rocky Mountain iris should be watered deeply once a week. Before watering, check the soil to make sure it is not already saturated. Rocky Mountain iris prefer moist, but not wet conditions. Water until the soil feels slightly damp to the touch, and then wait until the top inch of the soil is dry before watering again. Avoid overwatering, especially during cooler months. Water at the base of the plant, near the roots, to avoid damping off diseases.

Rocky Mountain iris (Iris missouriensis) grows best in full sun and typically prefers around 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. This plant species favours direct sunlight most in the mornings and late afternoons, but can also do well in partial sunlight for a few hours each day. Rocky Mountain iris generally needs protection from mid-day heat as temperatures above 25°C (77°F) can damage the iris plants. Because of this, it is best to avoid full, direct sunlight during mid-days.

Rocky Mountain iris (Iris missouriensis) should be pruned once a year in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Prune the plant by removing any dead or damaged foliage, as well as any seed pods that have developed. Also prune off any excess or overly long foliage that may be detracting from the plants natural beauty.hese pruning steps should be done after the iris blooms in mid-to-late spring. It is important to not prune the flower stalks, as these are needed for the plant to continue blooming in the following year. Prune the iris gently as the leaves and flower stalks are fragile.