Species Siberian iris
purple-blue petals, creamy-brown center, green leaves, and green stem, fly sitting on it

Siberian iris

Iris 'Sally Kerlin'

Siberian iris 'Sally Kerlin' is a unique perennial flower, prized for its elegant, arching flower heads with bright, pastel blooms. The long, sword like leaves form an attractive ornamental base with bright green tones. The fragrant blooms appear in mid-spring, gracing the garden with their beauty for up to six weeks. This variety is particularly hardy due to its Siberian origin, tolerating temperatures as cold as -30°C. It's a great choice for low maintenance perennial beds and also makes a stunning cut flower display.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Cormlet Propagation,Seed Propagation,Cutting

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Blue Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Siberian iris (Iris 'Sally Kerlin') should be watered once per week during its growing season. During the spring and summer, the plant should be watered deeply, allowing the water to penetrate the soil around the plant's root system. Once the soil is damp, cease adding additional water. In the fall, reduce watering frequency to every 2 weeks. During the winter, allow the first few inches of soil to become dry before watering. Water slowly, allowing the water to penetrate throughout the root system. If the iris is planted in a container, check the soil frequently for dryness.

sunlight

Siberian Iris (Iris 'Sally Kerlin') requires full sun to partial shade, with about 4-6 hours of direct sunlight a day. If grown in a sunny location, the plant will bloom best. If the Iris is grown in drought-prone areas, some afternoon shade is recommended. During the bloom season, plants should be placed in the sunniest position available. During the summer, plants benefit from some midday shading to protect them from the hottest part of the day. In cooler regions, Siberian Iris can be grown in full sun without the fear of sun burn.

pruning

When it comes to caring for a Siberian iris like Iris 'Sally Kerlin', it is important to provide adequate pruning. Pruning should done done when plants are dormat, in late winter or early spring, just before new growth begins. The goal of pruning is to encourage plants to grow bushier and stronger while also improving bloom quality. To prune Siberian iris, cut the stems of any faded or dead flower heads down to the crown of the plant. Also remove any foliage that is damaged or showing signs of disease. Pruning is an important part of Siberian iris maintenance as it helps produce more vibrant blooms for years to come.

Season

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

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

Starts Flowering

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

Hardiness Map