Widow Iris. A tuberous perennial with narrow bluish green or greyish green leaves. Scented greenish yellow iris-like flowers with velvety blackish brown outer segments in spring. Max Height 20cm to 40cm. Max Spread 5cm. Flowers March to April. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Hermodactylus tuberosus
A tuberous perennial with narrow bluish green or greyish green leaves. Scented greenish yellow iris-like flowers with velvety blackish brown outer segments in spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Hermodactylus |
|---|---|
| Species | tuberosus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Widow Iris |
| Flower Colour | green, yellow, brown |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 20cm, 40cm |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Spread | 5cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Dry |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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