Iris missouriensis aka Rocky Mountain Iris

With its straightforward care requirements, Rocky Mountain Iris is a hassle-free plant that anyone can enjoy.

New growth will sprout from the top of the Rocky Mountain Iris as it grows vertically.

Rocky Mountain Iris’s native range is Western N. America - British Columbia to Mexico, east to South Dakota and Alberta.

Rocky Mountain Iris should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

If you're planting Rocky Mountain Iris, you need to make sure you use a potting soil that can retain moisture. While the soil should still be able to drain well, it should contain plenty of organic matter like coco coir or sphagnum moss to help it stay moist and nourish the roots of your plants. This is especially important since Western Iris is especially sensitive to dry soil. You can also add other amendments, such as compost, to help retain moisture and provide extra nutrients to your plants. Be sure to keep the soil evenly moist, but not soggy, throughout the growing season. With the right soil and proper care, your Rocky Mountain Iris will thrive!

To ensure optimal growth, the Rocky Mountain Iris prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Repotting the Rocky Mountain Iris should be done either when it has doubled in size or on a yearly basis, whichever occurs sooner. Fresh potting soil with all the required nutrients, refreshed annually, will provide the plant with all the necessary sustenance, making the use of fertilizer unnecessary. Keep in mind that plants receive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.