Algerian iris 'Walter Butt'
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A rhizomatous, evergreen perennial to 30cm, with long, narrow, dark green foliage. Very fragrant, pale lavender flowers, with an orange streak on the falls, appear from late autumn into winter
Scientific classification
- Species
- Algerian iris 'Walter Butt' (Iris unguicularis 'Walter Butt')
- 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
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Algerian iris 'Walter Butt'
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 Algerian iris 'Walter Butt'
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Algerian iris 'Walter Butt' care guide
- Low moderate watering, withstand light dryness between watering cycles
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Low moderate watering, withstand light dryness between watering cycles
Fertilizing
FertilizingWinter iris weak nutrient feed monthly autumn to early spring
Pruning
PruningCut back after flowering
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division from midsummer to early autumn, replanting immediately in flowering positions
Growing
GrowingGrow in well-drained or sharply drained, neutral or slightly alkaline soil. Ideal at the base of a sunny wall
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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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