Planting and Growing iris 'Early Light'
| Care difficulty | 2 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Watering schedule | Water moderately, let surface dry slightly between irrigations |
| Sunlight requirements | Full sun |
| Ideal temperature | Information to be completed |
| Soil type | Loam · Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid · 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 'Early Light'?
Water moderately, let surface dry slightly between irrigations
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for iris 'Early Light'?
Full sun
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for iris 'Early Light'?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for iris 'Early Light'?
- Soil type
- Loam · Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid · Neutral
What Are the Moisture Requirements for iris 'Early Light'?
Well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize iris 'Early Light'?
Low nitrogen feed in spring before and after bloom
Learn more →How to Prune iris 'Early Light'?
Remove any dying foliage in autumn, old flower stems can be cut down after flowering
Learn more →How to Propagate iris 'Early Light'?
Propagate by division of rhizomes from midsummer to early autumn, see dividing irises
Learn more →How to Transplant iris 'Early Light'?
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Learn more →How to Care for iris 'Early Light' in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant iris 'Early Light'?
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 'Early Light'?
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Learn more →How to Harvest iris 'Early Light'?
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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 'Early Light'
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling