iris 'Major'

How to Grow and Care for iris 'Major'

iris 'Major' · Iris histrioides 'Major'

Grow in well-drained neutral or slightly alkaline soil

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 'Major'

iris 'Major'
Care difficulty1 / 5
Watering scheduleMedium moisture growing period, drier soil once flowering cycle fully finishes
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Clay · 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

Grow in well-drained neutral or slightly alkaline soil

How to Water iris 'Major'?

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

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for iris 'Major'?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for iris 'Major'?

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What Soil Is Best for iris 'Major'?

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

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize iris 'Major'?

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

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How to Prune iris 'Major'?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate iris 'Major'?

Propagate by seed, sown in pots in a cold frame in autumn or spring. Lift and separate bulbs in early autumn

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How to Transplant iris 'Major'?

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How to Care for iris 'Major' in Winter?

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How to Plant iris 'Major'?

Grow in well-drained neutral or slightly alkaline soil

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How to Repot iris 'Major'?

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How to Harvest iris 'Major'?

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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 'Major'

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

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Attributes of iris 'Major'

Plant typeBulbs
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0-0.1 metre
FoliageDeciduous
HabitTufted
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Scientific Classification

Species
Iris histrioides 'Major'
Genus
Iris
Family
Iridaceae
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FAQs About iris 'Major'

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