Iris unguicularis 'Mary Barnard' (Mary Barnard Algerian Iris)
Botanical Information
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Iris |
| Species | unguicularis |
| Cultivar | 'Mary Barnard' |
| Category | Perennials |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 7 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 7 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -15 - (-9) |
| Temperature (°F) | 5 - 15 |
| Height | 50 cm |
| Spread | 50 cm |
| Flowering Period | January, February, March, October, November, December |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | An evergreen Iris with with dark green leaves and very aromatic, deep purple flowers that bloom in winter or early spring. |
| Shape | Tufted habit. |
| Landscape | Excellent for flower borders or beds. |
| Propagation | Propagate through division immediately after flowering. |
| Cultivation | Grow in full sun an a moist, well-drained soil. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves are narrow and dark green in colour. |
| Flower Description | Flowers are very aromatic, dark purple in colour. |
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