Iris 'Ever After'

bearded iris

• Position: full sun
• Soil: well-drained, moderately fertile, neutral to acidic soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Flowering period: May and June
• Flower colour: plum
• Other features: all parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  Mulberry-coloured petals, which become paler towards the base and have softly ruffled edges, offer a vibrant contrast to the bright orange beards. These lightly scented flowers, will add bold colour to the border in late spring and early summer, and look wonderful when mixed with paler pinks, as well as all shades of blue and purple. Like all irises, it is worth preparing the soil before planting by adding plenty of well rotted manure or good garden compost to provide nitrogen and other nutrients.
  
  
• Garden care: Bearded irises prefer full sun and neutral-alkaline soil but if you have acidic or peaty soils you can top dress with lime before planting for good results. Plant shallowly with the upper part of the rhizome sitting on the surface of the soil, incorporating a low nitrogen fertiliser in the planting hole. After planting remove the upper-most third of the leaves to protect against wind-rock. In exposed areas stake with bamboo canes in early spring. Divide and replant about every three years.
  
  

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