Forrest iris
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I. forrestii is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial to 45cm tall, with narrow leaves glossy above, greyish beneath, and yellow flowers 6cm wide, the falls finely streaked with brown lines, opening in early summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- Forrest iris (Iris forrestii)
- 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
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Forrest iris
Distribution map
Southwestern China
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Culture
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of Forrest iris
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Forrest iris care guide
- Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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 any dying foliage in autumn, old flower stems can be cut down after flowering
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed in autumn or spring, propagate by division in summer or autumn
Growing
GrowingGrow in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil in full sun or part shade; mulch in spring with well-rotted organic matter particularly in drier soils
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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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