English iris

How to Grow and Care for English iris

English iris · Iris latifolia
Also known as: great bulbous iris; Pyrenean flag

Grow in moist but well-drained neutral or slightly alkaline soil, preferably in a sunny spot where the soil does not dry out. See bulb iris cultivation for further advice. May be naturalised in grass

Watering: Water moderately, let surface dry slightly between irrigationsSunlight: Full sunHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing English iris

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleWater moderately, let surface dry slightly between irrigations
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAlkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingLow nitrogen feed in spring before and after bloom
ToxicityHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in moist but well-drained neutral or slightly alkaline soil, preferably in a sunny spot where the soil does not dry out. See bulb iris cultivation for further advice. May be naturalised in grass

How to Water English iris?

Water moderately, let surface dry slightly between irrigations

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for English iris?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for English iris?

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What Soil Is Best for English iris?

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

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize English iris?

Low nitrogen feed in spring before and after bloom

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How to Prune English iris?

No pruning required, Remove the foliage once it has died down

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How to Propagate English iris?

Lift and propagate by division in early autumn. Propagate by seed; sow seeds in cold frame in spring or autumn

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How to Transplant English iris?

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How to Care for English iris in Winter?

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How to Plant English iris?

Grow in moist but well-drained neutral or slightly alkaline soil, preferably in a sunny spot where the soil does not dry out. See bulb iris cultivation for further advice. May be naturalised in grass

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How to Repot English iris?

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How to Harvest English 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 and snails

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The Toxicity of English iris

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

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Attributes of English iris

Plant typeBulbs
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0-0.1 metre
FoliageDeciduous
HabitClump forming
OriginPyrenees, Spain

Scientific Classification

Species
Iris latifolia
Genus
Iris
Family
Iridaceae
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