Iris 'Edward'

How to Grow and Care for Iris 'Edward'

Iris 'Edward' · Iris 'Edward'

Thrives in a sunny position, in most soils with good drainage. In drier soils, dig in well-rotted organic matter before planting, and mulch in spring. Feed after flowering to encourage bulb growth. See bulb iris cultivation

Watering: Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishesSunlight: Full sunHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing Iris 'Edward'

Iris 'Edward'
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleMedium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingDiluted iris feed every three to four weeks during spring bloom
ToxicityHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Thrives in a sunny position, in most soils with good drainage. In drier soils, dig in well-rotted organic matter before planting, and mulch in spring. Feed after flowering to encourage bulb growth. See bulb iris cultivation

How to Water Iris 'Edward'?

Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Iris 'Edward'?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Iris 'Edward'?

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What Soil Is Best for Iris 'Edward'?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Iris 'Edward'?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize Iris 'Edward'?

Diluted iris feed every three to four weeks during spring bloom

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How to Prune Iris 'Edward'?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate Iris 'Edward'?

Propagate by division, separating bulb offsets from midsummer to early autumn

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How to Transplant Iris 'Edward'?

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How to Care for Iris 'Edward' in Winter?

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How to Plant Iris 'Edward'?

Thrives in a sunny position, in most soils with good drainage. In drier soils, dig in well-rotted organic matter before planting, and mulch in spring. Feed after flowering to encourage bulb growth. See bulb iris cultivation

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How to Repot Iris 'Edward'?

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How to Harvest Iris 'Edward'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to leaf spots, ink disease, rust diseases, bulb rot and viruses; see Iris diseases for more details

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs, snails and thrips

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The Toxicity of Iris 'Edward'

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of Iris 'Edward'

Plant typeBulbs
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0-0.1 metre
FoliageDeciduous
HabitTufted
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Scientific Classification

Species
Iris 'Edward'
Genus
Iris
Family
Iridaceae
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