Dalmatian iris

How to Grow and Care for Dalmatian iris

Dalmatian iris · Iris pallida
Also known as: orrice root; orris root; pale blue iris; pale iris; sweet iris

Grow in well-drained, fertile, neutral to slightly acid soil in full sun

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 Dalmatian iris

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleMedium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureWell 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, fertile, neutral to slightly acid soil in full sun

How to Water Dalmatian iris?

Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Dalmatian iris?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Dalmatian iris?

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What Soil Is Best for Dalmatian iris?

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

Well drained

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How to Fertilize Dalmatian iris?

Diluted iris feed every three to four weeks during spring bloom

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How to Prune Dalmatian iris?

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

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How to Propagate Dalmatian iris?

Propagate by seed or by division. See dividing irises

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How to Transplant Dalmatian iris?

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How to Care for Dalmatian iris in Winter?

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How to Plant Dalmatian iris?

Grow in well-drained, fertile, neutral to slightly acid soil in full sun

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How to Repot Dalmatian iris?

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How to Harvest Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian iris

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

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Attributes of Dalmatian iris

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageSemi evergreen
HabitClump forming
OriginAlps

Scientific Classification

Species
Iris pallida
Genus
Iris
Family
Iridaceae
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