Iris humilis
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A compact perennial, to around 25cm high, with upright, narrowly sword-shaped, slightly grey-green leaves. Flowers are scented and light yellow, with golden yellow beards and sometimes faint purple veining on the falls
Scientific classification
- Species
- Iris humilis (Iris humilis)
- 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
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Iris humilis
Distribution map
Eastern Europe-China/Japan
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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 humilis
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Iris humilis care guide
- Medium moisture growing period, drier soil once flowering cycle fully finishes
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Medium moisture growing period, drier soil once flowering cycle fully finishes
Fertilizing
FertilizingDiluted iris bulb feed every three to four weeks spring blooming season
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or by division, see dividing iris for more detailed advice. Hand pollination is required to produce seed
Growing
GrowingGrow in well-drained, sandy loam in full sun. Keep moist while in growth in spring
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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 aphids, slugs, snails and thrips
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