When is the best time to fertilize my Bearded iris?

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The ideal time to fertilize a Bearded iris is in the late winter to early spring. During that time, your Bearded iris will be exiting its dormant phase and entering a phase of active growth. Fertilization at this time allows the plant to get off to a great start for the season by encouraging healthy growth. While it is generally most advantageous to fertilize a Bearded iris during the early spring, it is also permissible to fertilize a Bearded iris during the fall too. However, summer and winter remain the seasons in which it is not a good idea to feed a Bearded iris.

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Bearded iris

A species of Irises, also known as German iris, Rhizomatous iris

Botanical name: Iris germanica

Genus: Irises

Description

The bearded iris is a flowering plant that appears in many different colors. It is a popular garden plant because it's easy to grow. Though their native lands are in Europe, bearded irises are often grown in Iranian cemeteries.

Garden Use

Bearded iris, a member of the Iris genus, is a beautiful herbaceous plant. It blossoms in spring and summer with big, gorgeous flowers in multiple colors, adding rich hues to your garden. Different varieties bloom at different times, allowing the savvy gardener to enjoy a long bloom season. It is best used in garden borders but can also be potted, and you can harvest the flowers for decorations. It's medium-level difficult to care for and requires simple daily care.

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