Iris 'George'
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A dwarf, bulbous iris to 12cm in height in flower, with linear leaves and fragrant, deep violet-purple flowers 8cm across, marked with yellow in the falls, in early spring
Scientific classification
- Species
- Iris 'George' (Iris 'George')
- Genus
- Iris
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Bulbs
- Plant type
- Up to 10 cm
- Height
- 0-0.1 metre
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Tufted
- Habit
- Spring
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Iris 'George'
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 'George'
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Iris 'George' care guide
- Moderate watering, allow partial soil drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate watering, allow partial soil drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced iris liquid feed every three weeks spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed, sown in pots in a cold frame in autumn or spring. Lift and separate bulbs in early autumn
Growing
GrowingGrow in well-drained neutral or slightly alkaline soil. See bulb 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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