A small iris with two narrow leaves and yellow flowers with greenish yellow markings on the falls from late winter to early spring. Max Height 8cm to 15cm. Max Spread 5cm. Flowers February to March. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Harmful if eaten.
Iris danfordiae
A small iris with two narrow leaves and yellow flowers with greenish yellow markings on the falls from late winter to early spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Iris |
|---|---|
| Species | danfordiae |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 8cm, 15cm |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Spread | 5cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | February, March |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Rock garden, Border |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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