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Iris xiphium

Dutch Iris or Spanish Iris

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Description

The Dutch Iris are really hybrids of the Spanish Iris. Plant the bulbs about 4" deep in a sunny spot and a well-drained soil. A mulch for winter protection is a good idea.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue, Purple, Yellow, Violet, White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Green

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Japanese

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Patio, Walkways

Special Uses

Container, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.