Species Siberian iris
violet-blue flowers with white-yellow center, and green leaves

Siberian iris

Iris 'Ego'

Siberian iris (Iris 'Ego') is a stunning, hardy perennial. It boasts slender, gracefully arching stems, which are adorned with two to three vivid flowers per stem. Each flower consists of deep blue-purple petals, highlighted with a white pattern and bright golden yellow throat. Growing up to 80 cm in height, this tough, low-maintenance plant can be found in gardens, meadows, and along the edges of habitats throughout the world. Perfect for those looking to make an eye-catching statement in their landscapes, Siberian iris are sure to add a beautiful pop of colour.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,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

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Siberian iris (Iris 'Ego') requires evenly moist soil. Water deeply once a week during the growing season and then cut back to once every 2 weeks during the dormancy period in summer. In hot climates, water more frequently to prevent the soil from drying out. If necessary, add a layer of mulch around the plant to help retain moisture.

sunlight

Siberian iris (Iris 'Ego') requires full sunlight to bloom optimally. It prefers to be in direct sunny locations for at least 6 hours each day from late spring to early summer to grow and flower properly. For best results and to ensure that blooms will come back the following year, this plant should be placed in a spot that gets direct sunlight in the morning and afternoon for a minimum of 6 hours a day for several months. Even in the winter it requires some sunlight, so during the colder months it should be placed somewhere that receives a few hours of sunlight each day.

pruning

Siberian iris (Iris 'Ego') should be pruned in early spring, after flowering has finished. The clumps of foliage should be cut back to 4-6 inches above the soil to remove any dead or diseased foliage. Any excess flower stalks should also be trimmed off at this time. This will help encourage healthy growth and will also reduce the risk of the plant becoming overcrowded. After pruning, fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer and water thoroughly.

Season

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Starts Flowering

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

Starts Flowering

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

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