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Iris germanica Surface Irisée - Bearded Iris
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The 'Joyful Skies' Iris germanica is a vigorous, floriferous variety of tall bearded iris with healthy foliage that produces large, perfectly formed flowers. They are a light delphinium blue, with a whiter centre of sepals surrounded by cream beards. The plant quickly forms beautiful clumps that will flower in spring in borders and rock gardens for several weeks.
The 'Joyful Skies' Iris is a deciduous, rhizomatous perennial plant with an upright habit. It belongs to the Iridaceae family. It is one of the many cultivars that have been obtained for centuries, with its controversial origin being debated around the number of chromosomes of potential ancestors. It is worth noting that Garden Irises have European origins. 'Mary Frances' is a tall variety, reaching 90 cm (35in) in height when flowering, with a sturdy floral stem supported by a rhizome, bearing numerous flower buds. The clump will spread rapidly, with no theoretical limit over time, as the central rhizomes become bare in favor of the outer rhizomes. The foliage consists of long, glaucous green, highly veined sword-shaped leaves. In April, the floral stems appear and in May, more or less early depending on the climate, 12-14 cm (5-6in) wide flowers open from the top towards the lower branches. The pastel color of this plant is, as always with Garden Irises, enhanced by the texture of the silky and iridescent petals and sepals. This variety has a delightful fragrance reminiscent of biscuits.
Obtained by Schreiner in 2005.
Awards: Honorable Mention in 2008.
To complement irises, choose plants to associate based on their needs (exposure, soil...), non-smothering growth for their rhizomes (low-growing or light-foliage plants), and their complementarity (appearance, flowering time). For example, Gauras will provide little shade to irises and maintain the appeal of the border throughout the summer. California Poppies (Eschscholzia) will thrive in the same dry and poor soil as irises. Perennial geraniums, salvias, and Libertias also complement irises very well. Steep slopes can be stabilized by dense plantings of vigorous old varieties that can remain in place with minimal care. The vegetable garden can accommodate a few clumps of irises, as it is also a place dedicated to cut flowers.
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Do you have a very sunny, rather dry location in the summer?
This is the ideal location for planting irises! In the shade, they grow but do not flower. They are grown in France in all regions. Hardy, they do not need winter protection. Well-drained soil is perfect, even if it is rather dry and calcareous, or even rocky. Too wet soil promotes rootstock rot. Plant from July to September. This allows the rootstocks to grow sufficiently before digging up, and then to grow new roots before winter. They should be planted as soon as they are purchased for best results. Plan to divide irises every 4 years or so to give them fresh soil. They have strong growth and require space to develop and flower well. They are planted with spacing appropriate to the size and vigor of the variety: about 34-50 cm (13-20in) for large ones (5 to 10 plants per square meter). Always take into account the direction of rootstock growth by arranging them in a star shape, with buds and leaves facing outward, and spacing them well from other varieties so they have room to grow.
Planting
Dig a hole that is wide and deep enough. Create a conical mound of soil on which to place the rootstock and spreading roots. Cover the roots. It is important for the rootstock to be at the surface of the soil. It should not be planted in a depression (risk of rot). Take into account that the soil will settle and the iris will sink. In clay or wet soil, the rootstock should even be raised on a slight mound of a few centimeters. To make the soil adhere to the roots, lightly compact the soil and water abundantly after planting. Water 2-3 times if necessary until it takes root.
Maintenance:
Keep the soil free of weeds by lightly hoeing, taking care not to damage the rootstocks or roots. Weeds shade the irises, retain moisture (causing rot), and attract slugs. Also, remove dry leaves. If they are diseased (red-bordered spots of heterosporiosis), we recommend burning them. Remove faded flowers.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.