Iris sib Caesar's Brother #1
Iris sib Caesar's Brother #1
Caesar's Brother Siberian Iris
Rich purple Siberian iris, graceful foliage, wonderful pondside choice
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Deep violet-blue flowers on 36" plants. An easy to grow classic. Prefers a moist, rich soil in full sun, but is tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions. Attractive to butterflies. Deer and rabbit resistant.
Botanical Name- Iris sib Caesar's Brother
Pronunciation- EYE-riss sib
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Evenly moist, well drained
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- Violet
Bloom Time- May - June
Companion Plants- Astilbe 'Fanal' (moist soil synergy, red vs purple)
Fauna Attracted- Bees, hummingbirds (on select species), swallowtail butterflies
Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP4
Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back foliage after it yellows; divide clumps every few years and fertilize in spring.
Trimming Instructions- Remove spent flower stalks after blooming. Cut back foliage in fall.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a low-nitrogen, higher phosphate fertilizer (e.g., 5-10-10) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Avoid soggy clay by mixing in coarse amendments.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Bulb-tone
Possible Issues- Iris borer, bacterial soft rot, leaf spot
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