iris 'Frank Elder'

How to Grow and Care for iris 'Frank Elder'

iris 'Frank Elder' · Iris 'Frank Elder'

Grows best in full sun in well-drained soil, or in a bulb frame. See bulb iris cultivation

Watering: Medium moisture growing period, drier soil once flowering cycle fully finishesSunlight: Full sunHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing iris 'Frank Elder'

iris 'Frank Elder'
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleMedium moisture growing period, drier soil once flowering cycle fully finishes
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAlkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingDiluted iris bulb feed every three to four weeks spring blooming season
ToxicityHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grows best in full sun in well-drained soil, or in a bulb frame. See bulb iris cultivation

How to Water iris 'Frank Elder'?

Medium moisture growing period, drier soil once flowering cycle fully finishes

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for iris 'Frank Elder'?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for iris 'Frank Elder'?

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What Soil Is Best for iris 'Frank Elder'?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for iris 'Frank Elder'?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize iris 'Frank Elder'?

Diluted iris bulb feed every three to four weeks spring blooming season

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How to Prune iris 'Frank Elder'?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate iris 'Frank Elder'?

Lift and divide bulbs in early autumn; see bulb propagation

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How to Transplant iris 'Frank Elder'?

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How to Care for iris 'Frank Elder' in Winter?

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How to Plant iris 'Frank Elder'?

Grows best in full sun in well-drained soil, or in a bulb frame. See bulb iris cultivation

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How to Repot iris 'Frank Elder'?

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How to Harvest iris 'Frank Elder'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to aphid-borne viruses, bacterial soft rot and grey moulds; see Iris diseases

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs, snails and thrips

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The Toxicity of iris 'Frank Elder'

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of iris 'Frank Elder'

Plant typeBulbs
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
FoliageDeciduous
HabitColumnar upright
OriginInformation to be completed

Scientific Classification

Species
Iris 'Frank Elder'
Genus
Iris
Family
Iridaceae
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FAQs About iris 'Frank Elder'

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