Species Siberian iris
royal blue flower with white tints on falls, and green, narrow, long leaves

Siberian iris

Iris 'Dance Ballerina Dance'

Siberian Iris (Iris 'Dance Ballerina Dance') is exquisitely beautiful, with slender creamy white petals and bright yellow centers. It is an evergreen perennial, growing in USDA zones 3-9 and prefers rich, moist soil. This iris prefers partial shade; reaching 18-24 inches in both height and spread. Its graceful flowers bloom in early summer, providing a show-stopping border for gardens. Its airy branches add texture and contrast to other plantings. Its ease of care, coupled with its elegance, make Siberian Iris 'Dance Ballerina Dance' an excellent choice for any garden.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Blue Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Siberian iris (Iris 'Dance Ballerina Dance') should be watered with about 1 inch of water once per week. Water infrequently and deeply to ensure a healthy root system and to avoid the possibility of root rot. Make sure to water early in the day so that the foliage has time to dry throughout the day; this will help minimize the chances of disease developing. To test soil moisture, plunge your finger into the soil up to the knuckle; moisture should feel damp but not wet. In times of extreme heat or drought, additional water may be needed, but be careful not to over-water as this can be harmful to the plant.

sunlight

The Siberian iris (Iris 'Dance Ballerina Dance') prefers full sun for 4-6 hours a day, which is enough to allow it to thrive. The best time of day to provide sunlight would be between 8am and 2pm, when sunlight exposure is at its highest. Although some shade is tolerated, it is important to give your Siberian iris enough sun to ensure good flower production. During extremely hot, sunny days, providing some protection from the afternoon sun is recommended.

pruning

Siberian iris (Iris 'Dance Ballerina Dance') is an attractive perennial that thrives in most areas. Pruning for this plant species should take place in late winter or early spring before new growth appears. This will help keep the plant healthy and allow it to focus energy on flowering. Pruning should be quite minimal, no more than 1/3 of the entire plant, as this species is not very tolerant of pruning. Deadheading spent flowers can also help encourage new growth and rejuvenation.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Iris 'Dance Ballerina Dance' typically starts flowering in late May or early June.

Starts Flowering

Iris 'Dance Ballerina Dance' typically starts flowering in late May or early June.

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