Planting and Growing Iris 'Benton Farewell'
| Care difficulty | 2 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Watering schedule | Medium moisture growing period, drier soil once flowering cycle fully finishes |
| Sunlight requirements | Full sun |
| Ideal temperature | Information to be completed |
| Soil type | Loam · Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid · Neutral |
| Soil moisture | Moist but well drained · Well drained |
| Fertilizing | Diluted iris bulb feed every three to four weeks spring blooming season |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling |
How to Water Iris 'Benton Farewell'?
Medium moisture growing period, drier soil once flowering cycle fully finishes
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Iris 'Benton Farewell'?
Full sun
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Iris 'Benton Farewell'?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for Iris 'Benton Farewell'?
- Soil type
- Loam · Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid · Neutral
What Are the Moisture Requirements for Iris 'Benton Farewell'?
Moist but well drained · Well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize Iris 'Benton Farewell'?
Diluted iris bulb feed every three to four weeks spring blooming season
Learn more →How to Prune Iris 'Benton Farewell'?
Cut back old flower stems after flowering and remove dying foliage in autumn
Learn more →How to Propagate Iris 'Benton Farewell'?
Propagate by division of the rhizome shortly from mid-summer to early autumn. See dividing irises
Learn more →How to Transplant Iris 'Benton Farewell'?
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Learn more →How to Care for Iris 'Benton Farewell' in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant Iris 'Benton Farewell'?
Plant rhizomes just above soil level. Thrives in a sunny position, in ideally neutral soil with good drainage. See bearded iris cultivation
Learn more →How to Repot Iris 'Benton Farewell'?
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Learn more →How to Harvest Iris 'Benton Farewell'?
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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 slugs and snails
Explore the plant health library →The Toxicity of Iris 'Benton Farewell'
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling