Iris 'First Interstate'

Iris

How to grow Iris 'First Interstate'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that First Interstate is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will survive though longer winters with little or no damage. Ensure your soil has a ph of between 6.1 and 7.8 as First Interstate is a weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil loving plant.

Growing First Interstate from seed

Look to ensure a distance 1.19 inches (3.05 cm) between seeds when sowing - bury at a depth of at least 0.99 inches (2.55 cm) deep.

Transplanting First Interstate

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as First Interstate is a very hardy plant.

Harvesting First Interstate