Iris 'Tigers Eye'

How to grow Iris 'Tigers Eye' in NZ

Grow Iris 'Tigers Eye' in full sun or light shade with fertile soil that drains freely. Plant the bulbs in autumn with their pointed ends upwards, placing them around 0.1 m deep and 0.1 to 0.15 m apart. Water after planting and keep the soil moderately moist while leaves and flower stems develop. Avoid sites that remain waterlogged through winter. Group several bulbs together for a stronger spring display and leave space for their narrow foliage to develop naturally.

Iris 'Tigers Eye' care tips

Care for Iris 'Tigers Eye' by watering during dry spells while it is actively growing and feeding lightly with a suitable bulb fertiliser. Remove faded flower stems, but retain healthy green leaves until they yellow naturally so the bulbs can replenish their reserves. Reduce watering when the plants become dormant. Lift and divide crowded groups during dormancy if flowering declines. Keep the planting free of competing weeds and avoid cutting or covering the foliage immediately after the spring display finishes.

Iris 'Tigers Eye' size, spacing, and growth rate

Iris 'Tigers Eye' typically reaches around 0.7 m tall in flower and develops a narrow foliage clump around 0.15 m across. Allow about 0.1 to 0.15 m between bulbs to provide room for leaf growth and developing offsets. Growth is seasonal, with new foliage and stems developing before the spring display. The bulbs become dormant after the leaves die back and return to active growth when suitable seasonal conditions resume. Allow access for routine maintenance without crowding the developing roots or foliage.

Landscaping uses for Iris 'Tigers Eye'

Iris 'Tigers Eye' is ideal for perennial borders, cottage gardens, mixed plantings, and feature displays. The bold flowers provide outstanding seasonal colour and also make excellent long lasting cut flowers for floral arrangements. Repeat it through the planting to create a coherent display, or use a single specimen as a focal point. Choose a position where its distinguishing features can be enjoyed from nearby paths or seating. Leave enough open space around the display for its natural character to remain visible.

Why buy Iris 'Tigers Eye' from The Plant Company?

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