Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Iris germanica, Deciduous Perennial of The Day


Iris germanica
    Bearded Iris,  Tall Bearded German Iris,  Orris Root

Type    Perennial
Hardy range    4A to 10A
Height    12" to 4' / 30cm to 1.20m
Growth rate    Average
Form    Upright or erect
Exposure    Partial shade or partial sun to full sun
Persistence    Deciduous

Bloom Color    Blue, orange, pink, purple, red, white and yellow
Bloom Time    Spring

The flowers are fragrant and suitable for cut flowers.

Environment
This plant will grow in dry to moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy or sandy.
The pH preference is  a neutral soil.

Leaf Color    Green

Culture Notes
Prefers a sunny well-drained fertile soil.  Will tolerate some shade in well-drained areas.  Division can be done in the fall as well as early spring before new growth.  Some cultivars will bloom in late spring and again in the fall.  Dwarf cultivars are also available.  The Orris Root can be dried and used in potpourris and other mixtures needing a lavender scent.

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