Product description
Iris Bedtime Story brings a dreamy, romantic quality to the garden, with softly ruffled blooms in shades of soft violet. Each flower opens with delicate veining and gentle colour shifts that give the plant a painterly, almost storybook charm. Rising on elegant stems, the blooms add lightness and texture to borders and cottage style plantings, creating a calm, graceful presence that moves beautifully in the breeze. Their nectar rich flowers also draw in bees and butterflies, adding a touch of life and quiet movement to the summer garden.
Planting Bedtime Story is wonderfully simple. Set the bulbs into well drained soil in a sunny, sheltered spot, spacing them 30-60cm apart so the fans can develop naturally. Water lightly as new growth appears, keeping the soil just moist enough without becoming heavy, and offer a gentle feed in spring to support strong flowering. As the season unfolds, the blooms open in succession, bringing soft colour and a sense of effortless elegance to the garden. With just a little care, this charming Iris returns each year, adding height, grace, and a beautifully serene touch to your borders.
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Bearded Iris
Iris 'Bedtime Story'
Iris 'Bedtime Story'
Product description
Iris Bedtime Story brings a dreamy, romantic quality to the garden, with softly ruffled blooms in shades of soft violet. Each flower opens with delicate veining and gentle colour shifts that give the plant a painterly, almost storybook charm. Rising on elegant stems, the blooms add lightness and texture to borders and cottage style plantings, creating a calm, graceful presence that moves beautifully in the breeze. Their nectar rich flowers also draw in bees and butterflies, adding a touch of life and quiet movement to the summer garden.
Planting Bedtime Story is wonderfully simple. Set the bulbs into well drained soil in a sunny, sheltered spot, spacing them 30-60cm apart so the fans can develop naturally. Water lightly as new growth appears, keeping the soil just moist enough without becoming heavy, and offer a gentle feed in spring to support strong flowering. As the season unfolds, the blooms open in succession, bringing soft colour and a sense of effortless elegance to the garden. With just a little care, this charming Iris returns each year, adding height, grace, and a beautifully serene touch to your borders.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold.
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Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and flowering times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Remove faded Iris blooms to keep the plant looking tidy, but leave the foliage in place until it naturally dies back, as it continues feeding the rhizome for next year’s flowers. This helps the plant store energy and ensures a strong display the following season.
How to Water
Keep watering light and steady, giving the plants just enough moisture to stop the soil from drying out completely. Irises prefer not to sit in wet ground, so allow the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings, especially once the plants are established and the weather warms.
How to Plant
Plant Iris bulbs in well‑drained soil, setting them so the top of the rhizome sits just at or slightly above the soil surface. Choose a sunny, sheltered spot, water lightly as growth begins, and allow the plants good airflow to keep them healthy and flowering well.
