They’re not just for spring anymore.
Reblooming irises light up your fall garden.
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Reblooming irises aren’t easy to distinguish fromordinary irises.
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Both types are perennials and flaunt sweet-scented fleurs-de-lis over a fan of leaves.
Most irises cease blooming during summer, but rebloomers flourish during the warm months.
With long growing seasons, reblooming irises can have three or four reblooms.
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In general, the reliability of reblooming iris declines as you go farther north.
Gardeners inZones 3 and 4may see little or no reblooming.
Also, some varieties won’t start reblooming for a couple of years.
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confirm they aren’t overshadowed by other plants that can prevent them from getting the light they need.
Reblooming iris does very well in its own spot, away from other flowers.
Once they’re established, reblooming iris will grow very fast.
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Soil and Water
Reblooming iris likes well-drained soils.
If the soil in your garden is heavy, add coarse sand or humus to help with drainage.
Reblooming iris needs fertile and slightly acidic soil.
Water every other week to keep the soil moist and prevent the plants from going dormant.
Repeat the process after the subsequent flowering, and if there’s another one, after it as well.
Once the foliage dies back, cut back 3" from the base before winter.
Mark Kane.
Add some gravel or stone to the bottom of the pot to assist with drainage.
If planting rhizomes, plant as you would in your garden.
Place the container in a bright, sunny spot.
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Pests and Problems
Like other irises, rebloomers can fall prey to iris borers and various diseases.
Replant the small rhizomes 12 to 18 inches apart.
Below are some of the most reliable reblooming bearded iris.
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Note: the time of bloom refers to the first flowering.
Tulips
Generally early- to mid-spring bloomers,tulipsoffer many colors and varieties to choose from.
Frequently Asked Questions
Only stake these flowers if there are high winds in your location.
Otherwise they stand strong on their own.
There are a few reasons your irises may not be blooming.
One of the more dependable rebloomers is the white ‘Immortality’.
It first blooms in June, then returns in late summer.
