Orris Root. A tall bearded iris with sword-like narrow grey-green leaves and stems of strongly scented white flowers in late spring. Max Height 60cm to 1.2m. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun. Hardy. Harmful if eaten.
Iris germanica ‘Florentina’
A tall bearded iris with sword-like narrow grey-green leaves and stems of strongly scented white flowers in late spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Iris |
|---|---|
| Species | germanica |
| Varietry | 'Florentina' |
| Common Name | Orris Root |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 60cm, 1.2m |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | Divide and replant every 2-3 yrs |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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