Iris germanica Blushing Pink - Bearded Iris

The 'Blushing Pink' iris should be planted shallowly, with the rhizome exposed at ground level. Add sand when the soil is too wet and place the rhizomes on small mounds. Ensure good drainage to prevent the irises from rotting. During summer, this iris should be watered 1 to 2 times a month. At the end of flowering, they should be pruned by cutting the flower stalks to 10cm (4in) above the ground. Damaged leaves should only be removed in autumn. It is not recommended to provide too much nitrogen as it weakens the plant and increases the number of leaves at the expense of flowers. The iris can be susceptible to heterosporiosis, a disease identified by oval brown spots. To prevent it, treat the irises with Bordeaux mixture at the beginning of the growing season. Every 4 years in summer, divide the clumps by uprooting the entire plant. Transplantation should be done in a location without irises for at least a year. Take the most beautiful young plants from the rhizome, usually those on the outer edge.