Iris unguicularis
Common Name: Winter Iris, Algerian iris
Type: Evergreen perennial, rhizomatous, clump-forming
Family: Iridaceae
Hardiness Zone: 7-9
Sunlight: Full sun - can tolerate dry summer sites under established trees
Exposure: Sheltered
Soil: Can tolerate poor soil
Moisture: Needs well-drained soil
Plant Height x Width: 12"-18" x 18"-24"
Flower: Highly scented flowers
Bloom Time: Early winter to mid-spring
Maintenance: Groom out old leaves, likes a tough life
Landscape use: Can compete with trees. Woodland garden, cottage gardens
Pest and Disease: Slugs and snails will eat
Planting Instructions: Can compete with trees
Deer and Rabbit Tolerance: Both
Comments: Poisonous
Type: Evergreen perennial, rhizomatous, clump-forming
Family: Iridaceae
Hardiness Zone: 7-9
Sunlight: Full sun - can tolerate dry summer sites under established trees
Exposure: Sheltered
Soil: Can tolerate poor soil
Moisture: Needs well-drained soil
Plant Height x Width: 12"-18" x 18"-24"
Flower: Highly scented flowers
Bloom Time: Early winter to mid-spring
Maintenance: Groom out old leaves, likes a tough life
Landscape use: Can compete with trees. Woodland garden, cottage gardens
Pest and Disease: Slugs and snails will eat
Planting Instructions: Can compete with trees
Deer and Rabbit Tolerance: Both
Comments: Poisonous