Algerian iris Iris unguicularis

ABOUT
I. unguicularis is a vigorous evergreen rhizomatous perennial to 30cm in height, with copious dark green leaves and very fragrant, deep violet flowers 5-8cm in width, the falls marked with white and deep yellow at the base, in late winter
About this plant
Names
Family
Iridaceae
Synonyms
Algerian iris Algerian winter iris winter iris see more
Common names
Iris stylosa
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
Cut back after flowering
Soil
SoilChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
Banks and Slopes Cut Flowers Flower borders and beds Wall-side Borders Coastal City & Courtyard Gardens Cottage & Informal Garden Patio & Container Plants
Propogation
Propagate by division from midsummer to early autumn, plant immediately in flowering positions
Pests
Slugs and snails may be a problem
Diseases
May be subject to bacterial soft rot, grey moulds and a virus