About
Has subtle purple-blue flowers with white and yellow markings that are borne above clumps of linear foliage for several weeks in early summer.
About the genus
Iris may be rhizomatous or bulbous perennials, with narrow leaves and erect stems bearing flowers with 3 large spreading or pendent fall petals, alternating with 3 erect, often smaller, standard petals, in late winter, spring or early summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial, Bogs
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden
ToxicityHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Harmful if eaten. For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Care notes
CultivationThis cultivar is suited for cultivation in both herbaceous borders and informal pond-side settings. Grow in moist but well-drained neutral to slightly acid loam in full sun or partial shade
PruningDeadhead after flowering. Cut back foliage in autumn
PropagationDivide clumps in early spring or autumn
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs and snails
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to aphid borne virus diseases