Variable iris with slender mid-green leaves and stems of blue or purple-blue veined flowers from late spring to early summer. Max Height 50cm. Max Spread 5cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Iris setosa
Variable iris with slender mid-green leaves and stems of blue or purple-blue veined flowers from late spring to early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Iris |
|---|---|
| Species | setosa |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | blue, purple |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 50cm |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Spread | 5cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| 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 |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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