Forrest iris

How to Grow and Care for Forrest iris

Forrest iris · Iris forrestii

Grow in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil in full sun or part shade; mulch in spring with well-rotted organic matter particularly in drier soils

Watering: Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishesSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing Forrest iris

Forrest iris
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleMedium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
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Soil typeClay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingDiluted iris feed every three to four weeks during spring bloom
ToxicityHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil in full sun or part shade; mulch in spring with well-rotted organic matter particularly in drier soils

How to Water Forrest iris?

Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Forrest iris?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Forrest iris?

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What Soil Is Best for Forrest iris?

Soil type
Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Forrest iris?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize Forrest iris?

Diluted iris feed every three to four weeks during spring bloom

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How to Prune Forrest iris?

Remove any dying foliage in autumn, old flower stems can be cut down after flowering

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How to Propagate Forrest iris?

Propagate by seed in autumn or spring, propagate by division in summer or autumn

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How to Transplant Forrest iris?

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How to Care for Forrest iris in Winter?

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How to Plant Forrest iris?

Grow in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil in full sun or part shade; mulch in spring with well-rotted organic matter particularly in drier soils

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How to Repot Forrest iris?

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How to Harvest Forrest iris?

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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 Forrest iris

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

More General Info About Forrest iris

Attributes of Forrest iris

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitBushy
OriginSouthwestern China

Scientific Classification

Species
Iris forrestii
Genus
Iris
Family
Iridaceae
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