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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blue flag · Iris versicolor
Also known as: Boston iris; liver lily; North American blue flag; particoloured iris; purple iris; snake lily; wild iris
Grow in moist to wet deep, humus-rich, acid soil in full sun
Watering: Keep root zone evenly moist through growth without stagnant waterSunlight: Full sunHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling