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Iris Petit Moment - Bearded Iris

Iris germanica Petit Moment
German Iris, Bearded Iris

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The transport has somewhat battered them.... However, after a week of planting, the leaves remain green... We'll see over time and in spring.

Béatrice, 24/09/2021

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An intermediate iris with absolutely charming flowers: its petals are a milky white and its violet sepals have a bluer border, all enhanced by orange beards. It is a stout variety, ideal for borders, early blooming from the month of April.
Flower size
8 cm
Height at maturity
45 cm
Spread at maturity
30 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -15°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil, Moist soil
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Best planting time September to October
Recommended planting time February to March, July to October
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Description

Iris Petit Moment is an intermediate variety of iris, both for the size of its flower stalk and its flowering period, which falls between that of dwarf irises and tall irises. This variety develops strong and well-branched flower stalks that bear numerous large flowers, mostly bicolour, white and violet. It is not very tall with charming blooms from April, perfect in sunny borders.

 

Iris 'Petit Moment' is a rhizomatous, deciduous perennial plant which forms an erect clump from spring. It belongs to the Iridaceae family. It is one of the many cultivars of modest size, belonging to the category of intermediate irises (IB). 'Petit Moment' will reach a height of 45 cm (18in) in flower, with numerous buds. The clump will spread without theoretical limit over time, with the central rhizomes becoming bare in favour of the outer rhizomes. It forms a dense clump of long sword-shaped, glaucous green and highly veined leaves. Floral stems appear in March and produce flowers with a diameter of 7 to 10 cm (3 to 4in) in April-May, depending on the climate, opening from the top down. The colour is enhanced by the texture of the petals and sepals.

 

To accompany irises, choose plants based on their requirements (exposure, soil...), growth (low plants or light foliage), decorative appearance and flowering period. For example, Gaura will provide little shade to irises and will keep the faded iris bed attractive throughout the summer. Eschscholzia will be happy with dry and poor soil, just like irises. Geraniums, salvias, and Libertia also complement irises very well. Slopes and terraced edges can be stabilised by dense plantings of old diploid varieties that require little care. If the goal is more decorative and access for maintenance is possible, choose more modern varieties which are less likely to be knocked over.

Flowering

Flower colour two-tone
Flowering time April to May
Inflorescence Cluster
Flower size 8 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 45 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Iris

Species

germanica

Cultivar

Petit Moment

Family

Iridaceae

Other common names

German Iris, Bearded Iris

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference163261

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Planting and care

Do you have a sunny, warm location, dry in summer?
This is the ideal location for irises! In the shade, they grow but do not flower. They are hardy and do not need winter protection. Well-drained soil is perfect, even dry and chalky. Soil that is too wet promotes rhizome rot. Plant from July to September to give the rhizomes enough time to grow and develop new roots before winter. They should be planted as soon as they are purchased for best results. Plan to divide irises approximately every 4 years to give them fresh soil. They are vigorous and need space to develop and flower well. Plant with a spacing appropriate to the size and vigour of the variety: about 34-50 cm (13-20in) for tall ones. In a monochrome planting, the rhizomes are planted in a staggered pattern. To create a mix of colours, plant them in groups of several plants of the same variety. Always take into account the direction of growth of the rhizomes by arranging them in a star shape, with buds and leaves facing outward, and spacing them well away from other varieties so they have room to grow.

Planting

Dig a hole that is wide and deep enough. Make a conical mound of soil in the hole and place the rhizome on it, spreading out the roots. Cover the roots. The rootstock must be left slightly above the surface of the soil. It should not be planted in a dip (risk of rot), so anticipate that the soil will settle and the iris will sink. In clayey or damp soil, the rhizome can even be left raised on a slight mound. To make the soil cling to the roots, lightly firm and water abundantly after planting. Water 2-3 times if necessary until it takes root.

Maintenance:

Keep the soil free of weeds by shallow hoeing, taking care not to damage the rhizomes or roots. Weeds create shade for the irises, retain moisture (causing rot), and attract slugs. Likewise, remove dry leaves. If they are diseased (reddish-edged spots of heterosporiosis), burn them. Remove faded flowers.

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Planting period

Best planting time September to October
Recommended planting time February to March, July to October

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery
Type of use Edge of border, Container, Slope
Hardiness Hardy down to -15°C (USDA zone 7b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Chalky (poor, alkaline and well-drained), Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil, Well-drained soil

Care

Pruning instructions Cut the stems at the end of the flowering period. Trim the foliage at a slant halfway up in the summer.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time July to August
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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