Iris 'Blue Pigmy'
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A standard, dwarf bearded iris with fans of lance-shaped, grey-green leaves. In late spring it produces flowers with light purple-blue standard petals and dark purple fall petals on stout stems. Height around 20cm (8in)
Scientific classification
- Species
- Iris 'Blue Pigmy' (Iris 'Blue Pigmy')
- Genus
- Iris
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Iris 'Blue Pigmy'
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 'Blue Pigmy'
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Iris 'Blue Pigmy' 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
PruningNo pruning required. Cut back stems after flowering finishes.
Propagation
PropagationDivide in summer after flowering
Growing
GrowingGrow in well-drained, acid to neutral soil in full sun. Leave thick rhizome roots exposed on the soil surface when planting. See border 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 and snails
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