Planting and Growing Iris 'Ottawa'
| Care difficulty | 2 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Watering schedule | Water thoroughly when top substrate partially dries out each irrigation |
| Sunlight requirements | Full sun · Partial shade |
| Ideal temperature | Information to be completed |
| Soil type | Loam · Sand |
| Soil pH | Neutral · Acid |
| Soil moisture | Moist but well drained |
| Fertilizing | Diluted iris flowering feed every three weeks spring growing months |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling |
How to Water Iris 'Ottawa'?
Water thoroughly when top substrate partially dries out each irrigation
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Iris 'Ottawa'?
Full sun · Partial shade
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Iris 'Ottawa'?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for Iris 'Ottawa'?
- Soil type
- Loam · Sand
- Soil pH
- Neutral · Acid
What Are the Moisture Requirements for Iris 'Ottawa'?
Moist but well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize Iris 'Ottawa'?
Diluted iris flowering feed every three weeks spring growing months
Learn more →How to Prune Iris 'Ottawa'?
Remove spent flower stems after flowering, and any dying foliage in autumn
Learn more →How to Propagate Iris 'Ottawa'?
Propagate by division, see dividing irises for more detailed advice
Learn more →How to Transplant Iris 'Ottawa'?
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Learn more →How to Care for Iris 'Ottawa' in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant Iris 'Ottawa'?
Thrives in a sunny position, in moist but well-drained, ideally neutral to slightly acid soil. Will tolerate some dappled shade, though they flower best in full sun. Divide every three to five years to maintain vigour. See bearded iris cultivation for more detailed advice
Learn more →How to Repot Iris 'Ottawa'?
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Learn more →How to Harvest Iris 'Ottawa'?
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Learn more →Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to aphid-borne viruses, bacterial soft rot and grey moulds; see Iris diseases
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, slugs, snails and thrips
Explore the plant health library →The Toxicity of Iris 'Ottawa'
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling