365Caws is now in its 14th year of publication, and was originally intended to end after 365 days. It has sometimes been difficult for me to find new material, particularly during the winter months, but now as I enter my own twilight years, I cannot guarantee that I will be able to provide daily posts. It is my hope that along the way I may have inspired someone to a greater curiosity about the natural world. If so, I can rest, content in the knowledge that my work here has been done.
Friday, May 31, 2024
Siberian Iris
Day 231: Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica) could be suspected of having plans for world domination, so persistent is it once it is established in a location. However, its spread can be held in check by placing it where incursions can be mowed. It is such a pretty addition to the garden, but it is difficult to weed between the rhizomes as is any iris, so should be planted where it can crowd out grass without impinging on other desirable ornamentals. Mine grow in several locations: up against one side of the garage, in between Thujas, at the back corner of the house...all places which needed both colour and greenery. The cheerful bright blue-purple flags are a welcome sight in the grey month of May.
Labels:
gardening,
Iris sibirica,
perennials,
Siberian iris
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