Species Siberian iris
white-yellow flowers and dark green long, narrow, lanceolate leaves

Siberian iris

Iris 'Gull's Wing'

Siberian iris, or Iris 'Gull's Wing', is an attractive winter-hardy perennial plant. It boasts sky-blue to lavender-blue flowers from late spring to early summer. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil, making it suitable for many gardeners even in colder climates. Its foliage is green and grass-like, with tall stems reaching up to 50-75cm. It is a reliable re-bloomer and tolerant of cold temperatures - making this winter-blooming flower a welcome addition to the garden in cooler climates.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

White Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Siberian Iris (Iris 'Gull's Wings') should be watered once per week for about 7-10 minutes. It does not need a large amount of water as too much can cause root rot. During hot, dry periods, water a bit more often. To promote good drainage and strong growth, when possible, avoid getting the leaves of the plant wet when watering. The best time to water is in the morning or evening when temperatures are cooler.

sunlight

Siberian iris (Iris 'Gull's Wing') require full sunlight for best flower production. This plant species should receive 6-8 hours of direct sunlight a day for optimal health. When warmer temperatures prevail, providing some afternoon shade to protect the plant foliage is recommended. During winter dormancy, Siberian iris may tolerate partial shade or dappled shade.

pruning

For optimal growth, Siberian iris (Iris 'Gull's Wing') should be pruned in late winter or very early spring. This involves removing any dead or damaged foliage that has been affected by frost or other winter weather or pests. In addition, it is important to cut back the growth that occurred in the previous season in order to promote new growth for the upcoming season. When cutting back, it is best to cut the foliage to 1-third of its original height. This will help encourage bushier growth and a stronger structure for the plant.

Season

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

Iris 'Gull's Wing' typically starts flowering in late May or early June.

Starts Flowering

Iris 'Gull's Wing' typically starts flowering in late May or early June.

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