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Iberis: Growing and Care
29.11.2023 14:16
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:22
In the first year or two, it is better to plant Iberis evergreen in a more shaded place, since it is more difficult for small and weak plants to maintain temperature in the heat.
How long does iberis bloom
Iberis petals are painted in a wide variety of shades - white, pink, purple, lilac or red.
The flowering period occurs either at the end of spring or at the end of summer.
And its duration is two months. It is worth noting that annual peppercorns bloom a little longer.
How fast does Iberis grow
Growing quickly, the seeds can simply be sown where they need to grow in the fall or spring.
It blooms two months after spring sowing.
Germination usually occurs within 7-21 days at a temperature of about 20-22 °C.
Plants are resistant to heat and drought, they love sun and partial shade.
How to sow Iberis in open ground
If you want to extend the flowering season of the crop, sow the seeds in 2 stages (the second time after 17-20 days).
The first shoots can be observed after one to two weeks.
As the planting grows, it can be thinned out, leaving a distance of 15 cm between plants.
Sowing is also often done before cold weather.
How to water Iberis
Iberis evergreen tolerates drought quite well, requires little water and therefore does not need to be watered during the summer months.
It is better to water well and infrequently than to water little and often.
