Dutch Iris bulbs and plants are available for sale and planting from late summer to autumn. Growing and care of Dutch Iris is not difficult and they can easily be grown in pots or containers or mass planted in the garden for a stunning effect. Planting time for Dutch Iris Bulbs is Late Summer to early spring (Feb - June) for flowering in spring. With a stem length of up to 70cm they are used widely as a cut flower. named cultivars such as 'Saphire Beauty', 'Apollo', 'blue magic' and' purple sensation' are readily available from online suppliers.
GROWING DUTCH IRIS BULBS
Dutch Iris (Iris x hollandica or Iris xiphium) are easy to grow, will reach 40 - 80cm in height and make a great display and are a favourite cut flower. Dutch Iris prefer a well drained, humus rich soil and plenty of sun. Dutch iris come in yellow, white, pale blue and the well know deep purple-blue, flowering in late spring they make a great display in the garden or in a pot. They are a true bulb and growing them is fairly simple. Aphids can be a problem as can snails, take normal precautions for these.
PLANTING DUTCH IRIS BULBS
Try digging in some well rotted compost and cow manure a few weeks before planting. Plant bulbs 8 - 10cm deep and water well, leave undisturbed until overcrowded. If you do wish to divide or move these bulbs, wait until the foliage has died back in summer for best results. |
