varied-coloured iris

How to Grow and Care for varied-coloured iris

varied-coloured iris · Iris histrio

Grow in well-drained neutral or slightly alkaline soil

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

Planting and Growing varied-coloured iris

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleMedium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering 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 feed every three to four weeks during spring bloom
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 varied-coloured iris?

Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for varied-coloured iris?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for varied-coloured iris?

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What Soil Is Best for varied-coloured iris?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for varied-coloured iris?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize varied-coloured iris?

Diluted iris feed every three to four weeks during spring bloom

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How to Prune varied-coloured iris?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate varied-coloured iris?

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 varied-coloured iris?

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How to Care for varied-coloured iris in Winter?

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How to Plant varied-coloured iris?

Grow in well-drained neutral or slightly alkaline soil

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How to Repot varied-coloured iris?

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How to Harvest varied-coloured 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 varied-coloured iris

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

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Attributes of varied-coloured iris

Plant typeBulbs
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
FoliageDeciduous
HabitTufted
OriginSyria, Lebanon, Turkey

Scientific Classification

Species
Iris histrio
Genus
Iris
Family
Iridaceae
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