Irises amaze with their variety of shapes and colors. A perennial plant needs to be pruned regularly for flowering.
When to prune irises
Pruning off dead flowers, leaves, and stems protects irises from disease caused by high levels of humidity.
Pruning also helps to check the plant for pests.
Leaf pruning helps support the flowering process. It is important to remove wilted stems after flowering.
You can do this with a pruner or clipper. Cut the stem at the very base at an angle.
Also, remove any frost-wilted leaves. In order not to damage or break the rhizome, carefully cut them with a pruner.
Pruning methods do not depend on the variety of iris and are universal for all types of flowers.
By cutting the plant, you prevent the appearance of diseases, pests and stimulate the growth of new leaves and stems.
