Irises are considered by many to be the most beautiful flowers in the world. Their scent is incomparable. This flower can grow in the same place for about seven years, bloom and delight its owner. But there are times when the iris does not bloom. There may be several reasons why the iris does not bloom. When planting, you can make several serious mistakes, and then the flower can no longer be saved.
Grower mistakes when growing irises
If you are a novice gardener and are eager to grow these wonderful flowers, you should consider a few rules so that your plant does not get sick and feels comfortable in a new place. Planting irises should take place in early autumn, because this is the most favorable time. To begin with, the rhizomes should be dug up, divided and prepared for planting. Shorten the leaves and roots a little, for disinfection, hold the seedlings in a solution of potassium permanganate, then dry a little in the sun.
Dig a hole, mix earth with sand in equal proportions - and you can safely plant iris. After that, pour water on top with the addition of fertilizer.
There is another important reason why the iris does not bloom:as it turns out, the plant does not like crowding. If it grows in one place for about four years and has never been planted, you risk not seeing these wonderful flowers next year.
If your flower grows in the shade, then don't ask yourself the question: "Why doesn't the iris bloom?" The answer is clear - he does not like shaded places. The sun is what he needs, and as much heat as possible. Pay attention to the soil: irises love soils rich in potassium and calcium, they do not feel well in acidic, dry and poor soil. They can be fed with wood ash, or even better, choose fertilizer for your flower individually. I would like to note that the most common and favorite among amateur gardeners are bearded irises. Varieties of dwarf iris, netted iris, crimped iris are popular all over the world.
Caring for iris
Care for this flower should be the same as for all perennials. You must definitely remove the weed (preferably with your hands), loosen the soil, and feed it with useful substances. If the plant is young, then it will need to be covered with foliage at the end of autumn so that it does not freeze during winter frosts. When spring comes, the shelter is removed, and after the soil has completely dried, the soil is fertilized. The plant should be carefully examined so that there is no rot around the root. If there is one, then it must be removed. Leaves left over from last year are removed and burned because pests remain on them.
During the flowering period, all wilted flowers are removed. By the way, note to flower growers: by the presence of wax coating on the leavesyou can determine the he alth status of the iris. If the plaque is uniform, then the plant is he althy, and if not, then you need to worry about the he alth of the flower.
To summarize, irises are charming flowers. Looking at them, you can plunge into the world of tenderness, feel their delicate aroma. But not always the plant can please the owner with its wonderful flowering. If you have such a problem, then pay attention to where your flower grows. If it grows in the shade or is clogged with a weed, then it is already clear why the iris does not bloom. He asks for help. And the absence of a flower is already an alarm signal for the grower.
