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Spanish iris

Scientific name: Iris xiphium
Taxonomy
Family:Iridaceae
Type:Bulbs, corms, tubers, rhizomes
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:6 to 8
Sun:Full sun
Moisture:Medium
Plant Characteristics
Height:3 ft
Width:1 ft
Bloom:Spring flowers
Bloom Time:April
Bloom Color:Blue
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description Description:
Spring flowering bulb bearing blue, purple or violet flowers with yellow or orange patch.

  Morphology:
Green leaves almost cylindrical to 3 feet. Four inch wide flowers borne at the ends of the leaf stalks.

  Adaptation:
Grows well on its own without any supplemental care. Best in full sun. Can spread over time.

  Pests:
Pest free.
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