Iris 'Ambassadeur'
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A rhizomatous perennial, to 1m high in flower, with upright, sword-shaped, grey-green leaves. Flowers are large, with lavender-coloured standards, a deep reddish purple fall and a bronze yellow beard. Mid to late season
Scientific classification
- Species
- Iris 'Ambassadeur' (Iris 'Ambassadeur')
- 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 'Ambassadeur'
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 'Ambassadeur'
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Iris 'Ambassadeur' care guide
- Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes
- Watering
- Full sun
- 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 in summer, and any dying foliage in autumn
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division, see dividing irises
Growing
GrowingPlant rhizomes just above soil level. Thrives in a sunny position, in neutral to slightly acid soil with good drainage. See bearded iris cultivation
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to leaf spots, rust diseases, rhizome rot and viruses; see Iris diseases for more details
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, slugs, snails and thrips
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