Iris chrysographes Irichr Syn Iris dykesii, Limniris chrysographes, Black Iris 140mm
Iris chrysographes Irichr Syn Iris dykesii, Limniris chrysographes, Black Iris 140mm
Product Description
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Iris chrysographes Syn Iris dykesii, Limniris chrysographes, Black Iris,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Grasses, Strappy & Tufting Clumping, Tufting
Description:
A tall form of Iris with thick clumps of bright green grass like leaves. During spring to summer blackish-purple flowers appear on tall stems. Mass plant for a showy display, use dotted throughout borders or in a container. Grows approx. 45cm H x 20cm W.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
30-60cm <30cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Aquatic Garden, Borders / Shrubbery, Courtyard, Mass Planting, Park And Gardens, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases:Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Iridaceae Asia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green, Grey
Flower Colour: Black, Purple
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
Fruit: Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Low
Frost: Moderate
Wind: Medium / Moderate