How to care for iris flowers and what are the propagation methods?

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1. How to maintain

2. Reproduction methods

Irises do not like acidic soil, so provide well-drained, loose and breathable soil rich in humus, mixed with a little bone meal or plant ash. After the iris is planted, water it thoroughly. In the later growth stage, water according to the dryness and wetness of the soil. Control the amount of water so as not to produce too much water. An environment with sufficient sunlight is conducive to growth and should see more sunlight. Base fertilizer should be applied before planting, and top-dressing should be done appropriately during later growth. You also need to pay attention to preventing and controlling pests and diseases, and spray pesticides promptly when they appear.

1. How to maintain

1. Suitable soil: Iris is different from most flowers. It does not like acidic soil and prefers alkaline soil. Provide well-drained, loose and breathable soil rich in humus, and mix in a little bone meal or plant ash to provide base fertilizer for plant growth.

2. Appropriate watering: Irises should be watered several times after planting. During the subsequent growth stage, you need to judge whether there is a lack of water based on the dryness and wetness of the soil. Wait until the soil is dry before starting watering. Allowing water to accumulate in the soil can avoid root rot problems.

3. Sufficient sunlight: An environment with sufficient sunlight is beneficial to In terms of growth, iris is a little tolerant of shade, but it can grow well in sufficient sunlight. More sunlight can promote vigorous growth of the plant.

4. Reasonable fertilization: When maintaining iris, you should apply fertilizer reasonably. Base fertilizer should be applied before planting, and top dressing should be reasonable during later growth. Applying an additional fertilizer in autumn before winter can make the plants strong and improve their ability to survive the winter.

5. Prevention and control of pests and diseases: Pay attention to ventilation during the maintenance process. After the occurrence of pests and diseases, spraying drugs should be carried out according to the specific situation.

2. Propagation methods

Iris propagation mainly involves sowing and dividing. Both methods are commonly used and can be carried out in spring and autumn. .

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