Iris 'Maid of Orange'
bearded iris
Glorious, glamorous and gorgeous orange blooms with peachy-apricot tones, 'Maid of Orange' has slightly ruffled petals and fans of sword-shaped, grey-green leaves. This sumptuously coloured bearded iris looks amazing planted en-masse in a sunny, well-drained border or as part of a cottage garden scheme.
How to care for Iris Maid of Orange:
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 uppermost third of the leaves to protect against wind rock. In exposed areas stake with bamboo canes in early spring. Remove the stems after flowering from the base as this will concentrate the plant's energy into producing new rhizomes. Divide and replant about every three years.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.5m
Eventual spread:
0.2m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
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Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
Unavailable
Bulbs (only)£4.95
