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Iris graminea


Iris, Grass-Leaved Iris




Origin:  Central southern Europe; Spain to Russia and throughout the Caucasus Mountains.
Family
Iridaceae
Genus
Iris
Species
graminea
Category
Bulbs, Perennials
USDA Hardiness Zone
1a - 6a
Canadian Hardiness Zone
0a - 5b
RHS Hardiness Zone
H7
Temperature (°C)
-51 - (-21)
Temperature (°F)
-60 - (-5)
Height
22 - 45 cm
Spread
22 - 30 cm
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
June
General Description
Iris graminea is a herbaceous perennial
Cultivation
Grow in full sun to part shade, in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil containing loam.
Growth
Medium
Pests
Possible problems include: slugs, snails, thrips and grey moulds.
Flower Description
Very showy with rich purples and blues. Has a plum scented fragrance.
Propagation
By division in spring or late summer or by seed as soon as they are ripe and kept in a cold frame over winter.
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