Iris graminea AGM
Plum-Scented Iris
Small iris with fragrant deep violet flowers. Like a narrow-petalled Iris unguicularis but blooms May-June rather than winter. Narrow leaves (gramineus = grass-like). Sun or light shade, not too dry 12"-18"
| Hardiness: | Hardy |
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| Longevity: | Perennial |
| Growing Condition: | Light shade or sun |
| Season: | Spring |
| Season: | Early summer |
| Good For: | Fragrance |
| Good For: | Cut flower |
| Good For: | Deer Resistant |
| Flower Colour: | Purple |
| Foliage Colour: | Green |
| Germination: | Sow in autumn, overwinter outdoors, germinates in spring. Or mix seed with damp vermiculite, keep warm 3 weeks, put in fridge 6 weeks, then sprinkle mix on compost and put in cool light place |
Seed
20 seeds per pack (approx).
