An iris with flat narrow bright green leaves and stems of purple-violet flowers with violet veined, white tipped falls tips from late spring to early summer. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Harmful if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Iris graminea
An iris with flat narrow bright green leaves and stems of purple-violet flowers with violet veined, white tipped falls tips from late spring to early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Iris |
|---|---|
| Species | graminea |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | purple, violet, white |
| Soil | Lime-free |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Rock garden |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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