Algerian iris 'Abington Purple' Iris unguicularis 'Abington Purple'

ABOUT
'Abington Purple' is a rhizomatous plant forming a clump of sword-shaped, evergreen leaves, with fragrant, deep purple flowers opening in succession from mid winter to mid spring
About this plant
Names
Family
Iridaceae
Synonyms
Algerian iris 'Abington Purple'
Common names
Iris 'Abington Purple'
Toxicity
Ingestion may cause severe discomfort. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling
Characteristics
Foliage type
Evergreen
Height
0.1-0.5 metres
Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Hardiness zones
H5
Light
Full Sun
Pruning
Remove any dying foliage, old flower stems can be cut down after flowering
Soil
SoilChalk, Loam, Sand
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
Flower borders and beds Coastal Cottage & Informal Garden City & Courtyard Gardens
Propogation
Propagate by division of rhizomes from midsummer to early autumn
Pests
Can be damaged by slugs and snails. Caterpillars sometimes eat the flowers
Diseases
May be affected by grey moulds