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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Forrest iris · Pests & diseases
Forrest iris · Iris forrestii
Grow in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil in full sun or part shade; mulch in spring with well-rotted organic matter particularly in drier soils
Watering: Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishesSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling