Iris unguicularis
'Mary Barnard'
Mary Barnard Algerian Iris
Family |
Iridaceae |
Genus |
Iris |
Species |
unguicularis |
Cultivar |
'Mary Barnard' |
Category |
Perennials |
USDA Hardiness Zone |
7 |
Canadian Hardiness Zone |
7 |
RHS Hardiness Zone |
H5 |
Temperature (°C) |
-15 - (-9) |
Temperature (°F) |
5 - 15 |
Height |
50 cm |
Spread |
50 cm |
General Description |
An evergreen Iris with with dark green leaves and very aromatic, deep purple flowers that bloom in winter or early spring. |
Landscape |
Excellent for flower borders or beds. |
Cultivation |
Grow in full sun an a moist, well-drained soil. |
Shape |
Tufted habit. |
Habitat |
Horticultural origin. |
Leaf Description |
Leaves are narrow and dark green in colour. |
Flower Description |
Flowers are very aromatic, dark purple in colour. |
Propagation |
Propagate through division immediately after flowering. |