Iris
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Bulbous Irises include those known as Xiphium, Reticulata and Juno. The most common of these is Iris xiphium which gives us the Dutch Iris frequently used by florists. Iris reticulata is becoming more widely available and this sweet little Iris produces dainty flowers from July to September. It is an ideal container Iris.
Rhizomatous Irises consist of groups known as Bearded, Beardless and Crested. Beardless Irises include, Pacific Coast, Siberian, Spuria, Louisiana and Japanese Irises. Beardless Irises usually have a flash of colour on the falls or lower petals; this is called a signal and is specifically designed to attract bees. Bearded Irises have a beard instead of a signal. The beard looks a bit like a fuzzy caterpillar and it too is designed to guide the bees into the flower along with trapping their pollen. Crested Irises have a small raised area called a crest instead of a signal or a beard.
Iris flowers come in a rainbow of colours and are made up of 6 petals; 3 upper petals called standards and 3 lower petals called falls. Many Irises have a wonderful fragrance. The beautiful Iris has been revered since ancient times with the rhizomes (orris root) being sought after for medicinal remedies. The Iris has also been used as a symbol in heraldry for centuries and is known as the 'Fleur de lis' which literally translated means Flower of the Lily! Not a Lily at all but an enchanting, elegant, irresistible Iris.
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PAGE 1 ALL aka Wild Iris A popular member of the Iris family with narrow green sword like foliage and strong stems of open butterfly like blooms. The blooms have white falls with mauve standards and a splash of gold in the centre. Plant in sun or semi-shade and protect from harsh frost. Evergreen.
Dietes Grandiflora Container: 1.5l ? $14.99 Dietes Grandiflora Current Stock Height: 30/35 cm ? Container: 2l ? $19.99 aka Fortnight Lily or Spanish Iris A beautiful clump forming perennial that has evergreen sword like foliage. The dainty flowers have white falls with mauve standards and a splash of gold in the centre. Flowers appear at the end of wiry stems in spring-summer. Sun or part shade, well drained soil. Protect from harsh frost.
Dietes Iridioides New stock expected Middle of April, 2023. Pre-order now. Estimated price $19.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
aka Siberian Iris This easy to grow Iris forms a robust clump made up of small rhizomes. The foliage is dark green, tall and slender. In spring strong stems rise above the foliage and 'butterfly' like blooms of deep purple dance above the leaves. Will grow in sun or part shade. Likes rich acid soil. Perennial.
Iris Caesars Brother Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ? Container: 2.5l ? $21.99 aka Siberian Iris Flag This easy to grow Iris forms a robust clump made up of small rhizomes. The foliage is dark green, tall and slender. In spring strong stems rise above the foliage and 'butterfly' like blooms of white dance above the leaves. Will grow in sun or part shade. Likes rich acid soil. Perennial.
Iris Crystal Bright Current Stock Height: 20/35 cm ? Container: 2.5l ? $21.99
Dietes grandiflora is a dramatic landscaping plant when planted en masse and allowed to multiply. I've actually got one growing in a large terracotta pot which looks pretty good too.
Habit: Clump forming
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 100cm x 60cm
Habit: Clump forming
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 60cm x 30cm
Siberian Iris do best in soil that does not completely dry out in summer.
Habit: Clump forming
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 1m x 0.6m
Siberian Iris do best in soil that does not completely dry out in summer.
Habit: Clump forming
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 1m x 0.6m
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