Neomarika (walking iris) is an unusual plant culture that ennobles summer territories. In addition, it does not require separate conditions for growing. To understand how to care for a plant, you need to familiarize yourself with its types.
The main varieties of indoor iris
Neomarika iris is a home flower belonging to perennial representatives. The following plant varieties are distinguished:
- slim. It differs in small size and richly green leaves. Height is up to 60 cm;
- north. Inflorescence of lavender color with flat leaves. The length of the inflorescences is up to 10 cm;
- yellow. Hybrid subspecies, characterized by volumetric yellow buds;
- variegated white neomarika. It has variegated sheets with white stripes. The color of the buds is white with a splash of blue.
What does a flower look like
Important! Not all types of plants can be grown at home.
Neomarika: home care
Walking iris does not require special attention, but this does not completely cancel the preventive procedures. Abundance of flowering depends on proper care.
Watering
The plant crop needs regular hydration, so it needs to be watered every 2-4 days in the summer. With the onset of cold weather, the frequency of procedures can be reduced to 1 time per week.
Humidity
For the stable development of the culture requires an average humidity in the room. The optimal indicator for caring for neomarika is up to 65%. This approach will provide normal conditions for the development of inflorescences and prevent the formation of fungus on them. In summer, when it is hot outside, it is recommended to irrigate the leaves of the plant with water. This will help maintain a stable level of humidity. In winter, such procedures are not carried out.
The soil
Walking neomarika for home growing is considered an unpretentious plant. This applies both to the choice of soil for planting, and the room, place and lighting. Experienced gardeners recommend planting it in a special mixture sold in any flower shop. It contains all the necessary components for normal development.
Important! With self-preparation, it is better to choose chernozem diluted with humus, peat or river sand.
Temperature
In order for the neomarika to bloom well in the spring, it needs to provide a fairly cool wintering. The optimal indicators for this period are 5-8 ° C. It is better if the plant is in a bright room.
Flower near the window
In summertime, 23 ° C is considered an acceptable temperature. At higher rates, flowering may slow down.
Lighting
Gardeners recommend placing a pot of iris in well-lit rooms. This will help the flower bloom faster. Particular attention should be paid to light in the winter. If there is no bright room, you can use special lamps.
Plant transplant
In order for the plant to develop well, it needs to be transplanted every year in a larger pot. The procedure is as follows:
- Pour a flower pot abundantly with water.
- Wait a few hours.
- Remove the bush from the pot, carefully inspect it. If there are putrefactive fragments, they need to be cut.
- Pour soil mixed with sand into a clean pot.
- Dip the flower in the pot and tamp the ground.
After this, you need to water the neomarika with plenty of water.
Breeding methods
Iris walking (neomarika) reproduces in several ways. Each of them has its own characteristics.
Dividing the bush
A common option for reproduction. How to carry out the procedure:
- Divide the large bush into parts, plant the resulting branches in different pots.
- Water the plants with plenty of water.
Note! It is worth remembering that for transplanting you need to mix soil with humus.
Rooting kids
Rooting children is a rare option for breeding neomariki. For this, seeds collected from inflorescences are used. They need to be planted in soil mixed with sand, and left in a well-lit room.
Neomarika (walking iris) is a beautiful plant. For its productive growth, it is worth following the rules of care and timely transplanting. This will help to avoid serious illnesses.
