Iris zenaidae
Botanical Information
Family | Iridaceae |
Genus | Iris |
Species | zenaidae |
Category | Bulbs, Perennials |
Origin | Western Asia |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4 - 6a |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -29 - (-23) |
Temperature (°F) | -20 - (-10) |
Height | 10 - 15 cm |
Flowering Period | January, February, March, December |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | A Juno iris. |
Propagation | Propagate from young bulbs, which should be separated with care, or from seed, although cross-pollination is necessary as the species is self-sterile. |
Cultivation | Grow in full sun in a free-draining, deep soil. |
Leaf Description | Leaves are channelled in one plane. |
Flower Description | Brightly coloured flowers with large falls and very small standards. |