iris 'Mer du Sud'
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A vigorous, spreading herbaceous perennial to 90cm, with glaucous, straplike foliage and large, violet blue flowers on well-branched stems in late spring and early summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- iris 'Mer du Sud' (Iris 'Mer du Sud')
- Genus
- Iris
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of iris 'Mer du Sud'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of iris 'Mer du Sud'
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iris 'Mer du Sud' care guide
- Water moderately, let surface dry slightly between irrigations
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Water moderately, let surface dry slightly between irrigations
Fertilizing
FertilizingLow nitrogen feed in spring before and after bloom
Pruning
PruningRemove spent flower stems and any dying foliage in autumn
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division, see dividing irises for more detailed advice
Growing
GrowingThrives in a sunny position, in neutral to slightly acid soil with good drainage. Plant rhizomes just above soil level, as sun on the rhizomes encourages flowering. See bearded iris cultivation
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Common pests and 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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