![]() SoilĪ moist to fresh, moderately nutrient-rich soil with plenty of compost is the preferred choice of the meadow iris. Iris sibirica is very adaptable: sunny and partially shady places in flat and hilly terrain are welcome. Siberian iris – cultivation and care Location The perennials form seed capsules, which have a high ornamental value even during the winter if they are dried out. The standard leaf stands upright above the hanging petals. The hanging petals of the flower are smooth, therefore the Siberian iris is also assigned to the group of Beardless Iris. The three inner petals are slightly darker than the outer ones. Up to five flowers sit on the branched shoot, which protrudes clearly above the leaves. The three-part flower with light blue, dark blue veined petals opens from reddish buds in May and June. The leaves grow up to 50 centimeters (20 in) long. They are fresh green, only 2 to 6 centimeters (0.8 to 2.4 in) wide and thus clearly differ from the usual “sword shape” of the other Iris species. ![]() The delicate, narrow leaves of Iris sibirica, which initially point upwards, are reminiscent of grasses and take on an attractive yellow to bronze coloring in autumn. Depending on the variety, the plants grow to a height of 30 to 150 centimeters (12 to 60 in), and several flowers appear on one shoot towards the middle and end of June. In the course of the time Iris sibirica forms dense clumps. Typical for the Siberian iris are rhizomes that run just below the earth’s surface – that’s why it is added to the rhizomatous iris, in contrast to the bulbous iris. Iris sibirica has been cultivated in the garden since the 16th century, it is already mentioned in Charlemagne’s estate regulations, and with its stylish flowers it was one of the preferred subjects in Art Nouveau. It is classified as highly endangered on the Red List. Everywhere the flower is endangered by draining or intensively fertilized agricultural land. This has also earned it the common name meadow iris in some countries. Within North America, it is found in the damp ditches beside roadsides. Throughout Europe, it occurs sporadically in fens, on pond banks, in ditches or on damp meadows. It belongs to the iris family (Iridaceae). But no, the perennial is not at home in Siberia. The Siberian iris (Iris sibirica) belongs to the large genus of irises, which comprises about 300 species. W inter hardiness: hardy, USDA Plant Hardiness Zones: 6 (-20 ☌ / -5 ☏)īee and insect friendly: Yes Plant characteristics and classification of Siberian iris Plant order, origin and occurrence of Siberian iris Use in : flowerbeds, flower bouquets, flower meadows, single position, group planting, pond planting, flower garden, natural garden, water garden These information are for temperate climate! Soil quality: sandy to loamy, lime tolerant, moderately nutritious, humus rich Planting time: best in spring, autumn is possible too This is how you grow the wild shrub correctly in your garden. If you are looking for a bright blue early summer bloomer for the pond edge, the Siberian iris is the perfect choice. Plant order, origin and occurrence of Siberian iris.Plant characteristics and classification of Siberian iris.
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