Iris Vitafire - Tall Bearded Iris
Iris Vitafire - Tall Bearded Iris
Iris germanica Vitafire
German Iris, Bearded Iris
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Yvette, 19/04/2019
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Description
Iris Vitafire is a variety of bearded Iris more than fifty years old that continues to charm with rich and warm colour, close to red. Its classic flower has silky, fairly light red-pink petals, while the velvety sepals are closer to cherry-red, with brown and orange highlights. The heart of the flower is more golden and adorned with a bronze to brown beard. It is a mid to late season variety that will make a great impact in spring beds, especially with white iris.
Iris 'Vitafire' is a perennial rhizomatous, deciduous plant, with an upright habit. It belongs to the Iridaceae family and is one of the many cultivars obtained for centuries, whose controversial origin is debated around the number of chromosomes of potential ancestors. It should be noted that Bearded Iris have European origins.
Iris 'Vitafire' is a medium height variety, reaching 80-85 cm (32-34in) when flowering. It produces a branching flower stem from the rhizome. The clump will spread quickly, without theoretical limit, the centre rhizomes becoming bare in favour of the outer rhizomes. The foliage consists of long sword-shaped, glaucous green leaves, with pronounced veins. Floral stems appear in April-May and flower in May-June, in the middle of the season for tall irises, from the top to the lower branches. The rich colour is magnified by the thick and iridescent texture of the petals and sepals.
Obtained by Schreiner (USA), 1968
Awards: High Commendation 1967; Honorable Mention 1969.
To accompany irises, choose plants based on their needs (exposure, soil...), growth (low plants or light foliage), appearance and flowering time. For example, Alliums and Gauras will provide little shade to irises and keep the faded beds attractive throughout summer. California poppies will be happy with dry and poor soil, just like irises. Geraniums, salvias, and Libertias also complement irises very well. Slopes and terraced edges can be stabilised by dense plantings of vigorous old varieties that require little care. If the goal is more decorative and there is access for care, one can choose more modern varieties, such as intermediates which are floriferous and less prone to bending in the wind or rain.
The vegetable garden can accommodate some clumps of irises for cut flowers.
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Botanical data
Iris
germanica
Vitafire
Iridaceae
German Iris, Bearded Iris
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Iris Vitafire should be planted shallowly, with the rhizome just above the surface of the soil.
In the shade, irises grow but do not flower. They are hardy and do not need winter protection. Well-drained soil is perfect, even dry, chalky or rocky. Excessively wet soil promotes rhizome rot. Plant from July to September to give the rhizomes enough time to grow and develop new roots before winter. They should be planted as soon as they are purchased for the best results. Plan to divide the irises every 4 years or so to give them fresh soil. They have vigorous growth and require space to develop and flower well. Plant with spacing appropriate to the size and vigour of the variety: approximately 34-50 cm (13-20in) for tall irises. Always consider the direction of rhizome growth, arranging them in a star shape with buds and leaves facing outward, and spacing them well away from other varieties to allow them room to grow.
Planting
Dig a hole that is wide and deep enough. Make a conical mound of soil on which to place the rhizome and spread out its roots. Cover the roots. It is important for the rhizome to be at the surface of the soil. It should not be planted in a dip (risk of rot). Take into account that the soil will settle and the iris will sink. In clay or wet soil, the rhizome can even be raised on a slight mound. To make the soil cling to the roots, lightly firm and water thoroughly after planting. Water 2-3 times if necessary until the plant takes root.
Maintenance:
Keep the soil free of weeds by lightly hoeing, taking care not to damage the rhizomes or roots. Weeds shade the irises, retain moisture (causing rot), and attract slugs. Also, remove dry leaves. If they are diseased (reddish-brown spots from 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).
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 zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
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:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
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.
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