tall bearded reblooming iris

Tall bearded reblooming iris (Iris 'Pagan Goddess') should be watered thoroughly and deeply once a week in the spring and once every 2 weeks in the summer. During the dry and hot summer months, make sure to soak the soil deeply and then allow it to dry out between waterings to prevent water logging. Watering can be reduced to once every 3 weeks in the fall, but make sure the soil does not become completely dry at this time. During the winter months, let the soil dry out completely between waterings as the plants enter dormancy.

Tall bearded reblooming iris (Iris 'Pagan Goddess') needs at least 6 to 8 hours of full sun or dappled shade each day in order to grow and flower to its fullest potential. Expose them to bright morning sunshine and avoid late afternoon sun for best results. They can also tolerate some light shade throughout the day. Be sure to give this plant a spot that is protected from strong winds.

Tall bearded reblooming iris (Iris 'Pagan Goddess') should be pruned in early spring before the growing season begins. The best time to prune is when the foliage starts to die back, usually toward the end of fall. Pruning of this species should be done conservatively to avoid damaging the crown of the plant. Remove up to 1-third of the oldest stems, maintaining at least 2-thirds of the stems. Any diseased, dead or damaged foliage should also be trimmed away at this time. In addition, pull away any old corms from the base of the stems. If desired, lightly trim the foliage and deadhead spent blooms. This should be done sparingly since it will shift energy away from the corms and should be done only to control the size of the clump.