varied-coloured iris
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I. histrio is a dwarf, bulbous perennial, to 7cm tall, with upright, narrow, square-sectioned leaves and pale blue flowers marked with white, yellow and darker blue, in late winter
Scientific classification
- Species
- varied-coloured iris (Iris histrio)
- 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 · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of varied-coloured iris
Distribution map
Syria, Lebanon, Turkey
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Culture
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of varied-coloured iris
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varied-coloured iris care guide
- Medium moisture in growth, then drier once flowering fully finishes
- Watering
- Full sun
- 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
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
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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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