Aril iris Iris hoogiana

aril iris

ABOUT

I. hoogiana is a rhizomatous perennial with erect mid-green foliage up to 50cm long. In late spring or early summer it produces mid-blue, fragrant flowers

Plant Info
Care
Common Problems

About this plant

  • memoNames

    • Family

      Iridaceae

    • Synonyms

      aril iris regalia iris

  • skullToxicity

    Ingestion may cause severe discomfort. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling

  • infoCharacteristics

    • Foliage type

      Deciduous

    • Height

      0.5-1 metres

    • Spread

      0.1-0.5 metres

    • Hardiness zones

      H5

  • sunLight

    Full Sun

  • scissorsPruning

    Remove withered foliage

  • bambooSoil

    Sand, SoilLoam

  • pinSuitable locations

    • Hardiness zone

      Wall-side Borders Flower borders and beds Gravel Garden

  • sproutPropogation

    • Propagate by seed or by division after flowering

  • insectPests

    Slugs and snails may be a problem

  • microbeDiseases

    Can be affected by a virus infection and leafspot