Iris reticulata 'Harmony' (Harmony Netted Iris)
Botanical Information
Family | Iridaceae |
Genus | Iris |
Species | reticulata |
Cultivar | 'Harmony' |
Category | Bulbs, Perennials |
Origin | Turkey, the Caucasus, Northern Iraq and Iran. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 - 9 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4a - Requires cool season protection under glass. |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H3 - H7 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -29 -(-1) |
Temperature (°F) | -20 - 30 |
Growth | Fast |
Flowering Period | May |
Description and Growing Information
Cultivation | Well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Soil needs to remain dry during the summer to allow bulbs to set buds for the next year. |
Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
Flower Description | Velvety-blue flowers, a bright yellow line, with a white flecked tongue. |