Broadway Star

Gardeners can choose between two favorable planting seasons: spring and fall. Spring planting, typically carried out in April or early May, allows the Iris to establish roots during the milder temperatures, setting the stage for robust growth and potential blooming in late spring or early summer.

Alternatively, fall planting, best undertaken in late summer to early fall, around August to September, provides the Iris with ample time to acclimate to the soil before winter dormancy. Both seasons offer unique advantages, allowing gardeners flexibility to suit their preferences and regional climate conditions. Ensure a sunny, well-drained location for these perennial beauties to thrive.

Bearded Iris Broadway Star is a spring-blooming perennial plant that typically blooms from late spring to early summer, usually in May or June, depending on the location and climate. The plant produces large, showy flowers with three upright petals known as standards and three drooping petals known as falls, which are often marked with contrasting colors and patterns.

The blooms can last for several weeks and may produce additional blooms in the fall under favorable growing conditions.

To care for the Bearded Iris Broadway Star, you will need to ensure that it is planted in well-draining soil in a location that receives plenty of sunlight. The plant should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Be sure to remove any dead or damaged leaves and spent blooms as they appear, and cut back the foliage in the fall after it has died back. This will help to promote healthy growth and prevent disease.

Bearded Iris Broadway Star is generally considered to be deer-resistant due to its bitter-tasting foliage and strong scent.

However, this does not guarantee that deer will not eat the plant, especially if they are hungry or if other food sources are scarce. It is always best to take preventative measures such as using deer repellents or planting in areas that are less likely to attract deer.