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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iris 'Dusky Challenger' · Pests & diseases
iris 'Dusky Challenger' · Iris 'Dusky Challenger'
Grow in well-drained, fertile, neutral to slightly acid loam in full sun; sun on the rhizome encourages flowering. See also bearded iris cultivation
Watering: Water moderately, let surface dry slightly between irrigationsSunlight: Full sunHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling