Species standard dwarf bearded iris

standard dwarf bearded iris

Iris 'Ballet Lesson'

Iris 'Ballet Lesson' is a type of standard dwarf bearded iris perfect for a smaller garden. This petite plant reaches heights of 8-10 inches, blooming from April to June. During this time, it produces stunning sky blue 6-petaled flowers that are a sight for sore eyes. Reaching widths of 12 inches, its foliage is tough and a popular choice among gardeners for its hue. 'Ballet Lesson' is best planted in full sun with well-draining soil for maximum flowering. A true dwarf, this flowering iris is hardy and suited for a variety of sites.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Offsets,Cutting

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Peachy pink Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Iris 'Ballet Lesson' should be watered regularly, about 1 to 2 times per week. Water the soil until it is damp, but not soggy. It's important to ensure that the soil does not dry out completely between watering, as this can lead to the plant wilting or dying. During hotter months, the soil should be watered more frequently, as it can dry out more quickly. During cooler months, the soil will likely only need to be watered once per week. It is best to avoid overwatering, as this can cause the plant to rot.

sunlight

Standard dwarf bearded iris (Iris 'Ballet Lesson') requires 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day in order to flourish. It is important to note that the iris prefers direct sunlight during the mornings and does not require as much as direct sunlight during the afternoons. They can tolerate some shade during the afternoons, especially during the summer months when the sun is at its strongest. As long as they get 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day, they are sure to thrive!

pruning

Pruning for a Standard Dwarf Bearded Iris, Iris 'Ballet Lesson', can be done once a year in the spring after blooming. Pruning should include cutting off any dead or diseased foliage as well as removing any seedpods and stalks. It is also important to remove any foliage that appears damaged, stunted or discolored. Depending on the size of the plant, it is also important to remove any old, weak or overcrowded clumps of rhizomes to encourage new growth. Pruning the foliage of Iris 'Ballet Lesson' is essential for keeping the plant healthy and preventing it from becoming overly crowded.

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Starts Flowering

Iris 'Ballet Lesson' typically starts flowering in late April or early May.

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