Pet Safe
moderate Care
bearded iris
Iris 'Monty's Sweet Blue'
Bearded Iris (Iris 'Monty's Sweet Blue') features an abundance of spicy sweet blue blooms on 36" stalks. The blooms are delicately ruffled and have known to last up to 3 weeks in the garden. The foliage is a dark green sword shape that stands strongly against the bloom without overshadowing it. This hardy perennial does best in full sun and is suitable for most climates. Its wonderful characteristics make it perfect for borders, beds and containers.
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water Needs
medium
USDA Hardiness Zones
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Hardiness Map
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Water Every
7-10 days
Sun Needs
full-sun
Growth
High
Care Level
Moderate
Season
Fall
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Spring
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Summer
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
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Pruning Time
Flowering
How to Propagate
Division
Divide root ball in spring, replant sections immediately
Seed Propagation
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date
Offsets
Remove offsets from parent plant base, replant separately
Cutting
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Plant Characteristics
Drought Tolerant
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Forgetful waterers
- •Homes with pets
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
Bloom Seasons
spring
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Place in the sunniest spot in your garden.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Best Planting Time
Plant in early spring or fall for best results. Blooms in spring.