Planting and Growing Iris 'Sunset Sky'
| 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 'Sunset Sky'?
Medium moisture growing period, drier soil once flowering cycle fully finishes
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Iris 'Sunset Sky'?
Full sun
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Iris 'Sunset Sky'?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for Iris 'Sunset Sky'?
- Soil type
- Loam · Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid · Neutral
What Are the Moisture Requirements for Iris 'Sunset Sky'?
Moist but well drained · Well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize Iris 'Sunset Sky'?
Diluted iris bulb feed every three to four weeks spring blooming season
Learn more →How to Prune Iris 'Sunset Sky'?
Remove spent flower stems in summer, and any dying foliage in autumn
Learn more →How to Propagate Iris 'Sunset Sky'?
Propagate by division, see dividing irises
Learn more →How to Transplant Iris 'Sunset Sky'?
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Learn more →How to Care for Iris 'Sunset Sky' in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant Iris 'Sunset Sky'?
Thrives in a sunny position, in neutral to slightly acid soil with good drainage. Plant rhizomes just above soil level, as sun on the rhizomes encourages flowering. See bearded iris cultivation
Learn more →How to Repot Iris 'Sunset Sky'?
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Learn more →How to Harvest Iris 'Sunset Sky'?
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Learn more →Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to leaf spots, rust diseases, rhizome rot and viruses; see Iris diseases for more details
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, slugs, snails and thrips
Explore the plant health library →The Toxicity of Iris 'Sunset Sky'
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling