iris 'Ann Chowning'
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A moisture-loving plant that can be planted at the edges of a pond or streamside. It's bright green strap-like, sword shaped leaves persist in sheltered areas throught winter. In late spring/ early summer it produces tall stems, of up to 1m, topped by deep red flowers with a flash of golden yellow at the base of the petals
Scientific classification
- Species
- iris 'Ann Chowning' (Iris 'Ann Chowning')
- Genus
- Iris
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial · Bogs · Aquatic
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of iris 'Ann Chowning'
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 'Ann Chowning'
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iris 'Ann Chowning' 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
PruningNo pruning required. Cut back faded flower stems after flowering. Remove withered leaves in autumn.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in late summer after flowering.
Growing
GrowingGrow in reliably damp soil that is rich in organic matter in a sun or partial shade. Can be grown as a marginal plant in ponds and along streamsides.
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to grey mould (botrytis). See iris deseases
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs, snails and thrips
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