Florentine iris

How to Grow and Care for Florentine iris

Florentine iris · Iris 'Florentina'
Also known as: glaive lily; orrice root; orris root; fleur-de-lys

Grow in well-drained, fertile, neutral to slightly acid loam 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 Florentine iris

Florentine iris
Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleMedium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
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 loam in full sun

How to Water Florentine iris?

Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Florentine iris?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Florentine iris?

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What Soil Is Best for Florentine iris?

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

Well drained

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How to Fertilize Florentine iris?

Diluted iris feed every three to four weeks during spring bloom

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How to Prune Florentine iris?

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

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How to Propagate Florentine iris?

Propagate by division of rhizomes from midsummer to early autumn

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How to Transplant Florentine iris?

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How to Care for Florentine iris in Winter?

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How to Plant Florentine iris?

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

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How to Repot Florentine iris?

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How to Harvest Florentine 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 Florentine iris

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

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Attributes of Florentine iris

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitColumnar upright
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Scientific Classification

Species
Iris 'Florentina'
Genus
Iris
Family
Iridaceae
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