How to care for irises and what are the propagation methods?

1. How to maintain

1. Suitable soil: Iris is different from most flowers. It does not like acidic soil and prefers alkaline soil. It can provide well-drained, loose, breathable soil rich in humus. It also needs to be mixed with a little bone meal or wood ash to provide basal fertilizer for plant growth.

2. Proper watering: After planting, irises need to be watered thoroughly. During the subsequent growth stage, it is also necessary to determine whether there is a lack of water based on the dryness and wetness of the soil. Wait until the soil is dry before watering. Do not allow water to accumulate in the soil to avoid root rot.

3. Plenty of sunlight: An environment with sufficient sunlight is conducive to growth. Irises are slightly tolerant to shade, but can grow well under sufficient sunlight. More sunlight can promote vigorous growth of the plant.

4. Reasonable fertilization: When caring for irises, you should apply fertilizer reasonably. Apply base fertilizer before planting, and apply top dressing reasonably during the later growth period. Applying fertilizer once before winter in autumn can make the plants stronger and improve their ability to survive the winter.

5. Prevention and control of diseases and pests: Pay attention to ventilation during maintenance. When diseases and pests appear, spray drugs for treatment according to the specific situation.

2. Breeding Methods

Iris is propagated mainly by sowing and division. These two methods are very commonly used and can be carried out in spring and autumn.