Botanical Name: Iris cristata
Common Name: Walking iris Type of Plant: monocot: perennial Habit of Growth: Overall Shape spreading, rhizomatous plant with both rhizomes and slender runners which allow the plant to spread quickly Height to 18" Spread 8' or more Growth Rate rapid Environment: Exposure outdoors prefers partial shade Soil grows best with added organic matter in soil Hardiness Hardy – Zones 3-7, 15-17 Morphology: Leaves to 12" long, 1" wide, flat, glossy with prominent veins; variegated form has white striping toward the center of the leaf Flowers Clusters of white or lavender flowers, each about 1" across; the “beard” is replaced with a crest of golden fine fringe Fruit capsule Propagation: runners and division Usage: Fast spreading filler for subtropical or forest theme landscapes; favored in moist, well-amended soils and slightly shady conditions – also used in Oriental theme landscapes Landscape Care: Watering needs regular watering Fertilizing slow release in spring Pruning control spread by removing runners where unwanted Pests/Diseases snails and slugs are major pests of this Iris Special Conditions/Other Origin: Southeast United States Family: Iridaceae Notes: |
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