A robust iris with narrow dark green leaves and white flowers with yellow on the falls, in late spring. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Iris orientalis
A robust iris with narrow dark green leaves and white flowers with yellow on the falls, in late spring.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
| Generic | Iris |
|---|---|
| Species | orientalis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white, yellow |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 90cm |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Spread | 10cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Protect with a winter mulch |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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