Planting and Growing iris 'Orange Caper'
| Care difficulty | 1 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Watering schedule | Water moderately, let surface dry slightly between irrigations |
| Sunlight requirements | Full sun |
| Ideal temperature | Information to be completed |
| Soil type | Chalk · Loam · Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid · Alkaline · Neutral |
| Soil moisture | Well drained |
| Fertilizing | Low nitrogen feed in spring before and after bloom |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling |
How to Water iris 'Orange Caper'?
Water moderately, let surface dry slightly between irrigations
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for iris 'Orange Caper'?
Full sun
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for iris 'Orange Caper'?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for iris 'Orange Caper'?
- Soil type
- Chalk · Loam · Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
What Are the Moisture Requirements for iris 'Orange Caper'?
Well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize iris 'Orange Caper'?
Low nitrogen feed in spring before and after bloom
Learn more →How to Prune iris 'Orange Caper'?
Cut down old flower stems after flowering, and remove any dying foliage in autumn
Learn more →How to Propagate iris 'Orange Caper'?
Propagate by division of rhizomes after flowering, from midsummer to late summer; for more advice, see dividing irises
Learn more →How to Transplant iris 'Orange Caper'?
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Learn more →How to Care for iris 'Orange Caper' in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant iris 'Orange Caper'?
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil, with the top surfaces of the rhizomes exposed so that they get baked in summer sun, which encourages flowering
Learn more →How to Repot iris 'Orange Caper'?
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Learn more →How to Harvest iris 'Orange Caper'?
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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, snails and thrips
Explore the plant health library →The Toxicity of iris 'Orange Caper'
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling