Dwarf Iris
Iris reticulata
Also known as
Early Bulbous Iris, Netted Iris, Winter Iris, Flag iris, Fleur-de-Lys
Iris reticulata 'Gordon' 4 by http://www.fleurs-des-montagnes.net (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Full Sun
Moderate care
Light watering
Frost Hardy
H7
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | 10cm |
10cm | Min | 1cm |
3 years to reach maturity
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
This plant has a mild fragrance
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Dwarf Iris Overview
Iris reticulata is a sweet, dwarf, deciduous, bulbous perennial that typically grows to around 15cm tall. It produces pale violet-purple flowers with yellow banding and white throats. These appear from late winter to early spring and measure approximately 8cm across. This plant can provide welcome colour and subtle fragrance to a winter garden. This species has an upright habit and its in the Iris family, Iridaceae. Foliage is narrow, stiff and grass-like. It has a tufted habit and is fully hardy, plant in a position of full sun, in moist, well-draining soil for optimal growth.
Common problems with Dwarf Iris
How to harvest Dwarf Iris
Lovely as cut flowers.
How to propagate Dwarf Iris
Bulbs
Lift & separate bulbs in early autumn.
Seed
Sow in autumn or spring, recommended to use a cold frame.
Division
By division of rhizomes or offsets in late summer. Certain cultivars should be propagated by division only.
Rhizomes
Special features of Dwarf Iris
Attracts bees
Attractive flowers
Pot plant
Other uses of Dwarf Iris
Walls, border, edging, rock garden, fragrance.
