Iris pumila (Dwarf Iris)
Botanical Information
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Iris |
| Species | pumila |
| Category | Bulbs, Perennials, Wildflowers & Weeds |
| Origin | Ontario, Canada to Missouri in the United States of America. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4a - 9b |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 3a - 8a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 - H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -34 - (-1) |
| Temperature (°F) | -30 - 30 |
| Height | 30 - 45 cm |
| Spread | 22 - 30 cm |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | May, June |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Iris pumila is a natural hybrid between Iris pseudopumila and Iris attica. |
| Shape | Upright. |
| Propagation | Seed or division of rhizomes. |
| Cultivation | Plant in partial sun to partial shade in moist, well-draining, humus-rich and slightly acidic soil. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Woodland edges. |
| Leaf Description | Lanceolate leaves growing at the base of flowering stems. |
| Flower Description | Distinctive inner two-lipped, snapdragon-like blooms with outer ruffled petals that grow on flower stems. |
| Colour Description | Medium green to deep green foliage and stems. Bright yellow blooms. |
| Texture Description | Smooth. |
Photographs
Iris pumila 'Banbury Ruffles'.
Iris pumila subspecies pumila.