dwarf bearded iris

How to Grow and Care for dwarf bearded iris

dwarf bearded iris · Iris pumila
Also known as: Crimean iris; dwarf English iris; dwarf iris

Grows best in a very well-drained, slightly alkaline soil

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 dwarf bearded iris

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleMedium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAlkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell 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

Grows best in a very well-drained, slightly alkaline soil

How to Water dwarf bearded iris?

Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for dwarf bearded iris?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for dwarf bearded iris?

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What Soil Is Best for dwarf bearded iris?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for dwarf bearded iris?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize dwarf bearded iris?

Diluted iris feed every three to four weeks during spring bloom

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How to Prune dwarf bearded iris?

Cut down old flower stems after flowering, and remove any dying foliage in autumn

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How to Propagate dwarf bearded iris?

Propagate by seed or by division of rhizomes after flowering, from midsummer to late summer; for more advice, see dividing irises

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How to Transplant dwarf bearded iris?

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How to Care for dwarf bearded iris in Winter?

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How to Plant dwarf bearded iris?

Grows best in a very well-drained, slightly alkaline soil

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How to Repot dwarf bearded iris?

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How to Harvest dwarf bearded iris?

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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

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The Toxicity of dwarf bearded iris

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

More General Info About dwarf bearded iris

Attributes of dwarf bearded iris

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitBushy
OriginCentral Europe to Caucasus

Scientific Classification

Species
Iris pumila
Genus
Iris
Family
Iridaceae
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