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Iris reticulata Cantab - Reticulate Iris

Iris
Reticulate Iris

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A botanical bulbous iris with blue-violet flowers. It measures 15cm (6in) tall. This lovely plant blooms at the same time as snowdrops, crocuses, squills, and Christmas roses.
Height at maturity
15 cm
Spread at maturity
10 cm
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil, Moist soil
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Description

Iris reticulata 'Cantab' is a bulbous botanical iris with violet-blue flowers. It reaches a height of 15cm (6in). This beautiful iris blooms in February-March, at the same time as snowdrops, crocuses, squills, and Christmas roses.

 

Sold in packs of 30 bulbs, size 6+.

 




 

Plant habit

Height at maturity 15 cm
Spread at maturity 10 cm
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour blue
Flowering time January

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Iris

Family

Iridaceae

Other common names

Reticulate Iris

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Planting and care

Plant the bulbs in the sun, in well-drained soil. Plant them 10cm (4in) deep, spaced 8cm (3in) apart.

Planting period

Recommended planting time January

Intended location

Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Experienced
Planting density 50 per m2
Soil pH Neutral, Any
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Dry soil, Moist soil
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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