Iris 'Dutch'
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A bulbous perennial to 60cm with sword-shaped green foliage and orchid-like, fragrant flowers appearing in summer in a range of colours including purple, yellow, pink and white. Ideal for cutting as flowers are long-lasting
Scientific classification
- Species
- Iris 'Dutch' (Iris 'Dutch')
- Genus
- Iris
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Bulbs
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Iris 'Dutch'
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 'Dutch'
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Iris 'Dutch' care guide
- Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes
Fertilizing
FertilizingDiluted iris feed every three to four weeks during spring bloom
Pruning
PruningRemove spent flower stems and any dying foliage in autumn
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division, see dividing iris for more detailed advice
Growing
GrowingGrow in well-drained, fertile, neutral to slightly acid soil in full sun. Good for naturalising - choose a location where the soil will be hot and dry during the summer months. See bulb iris cultivation and bulbs: naturalising for further advice
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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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