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Water consistently during the growing season, ensuring good drainage to prevent root rot. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during dormancy.
Also known as German Iris · Iris · Orris
Iris florentina, commonly known as Cemetery Iris, is a rhizomatous perennial with sword-shaped leaves and fragrant white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade, at least 6 hours of direct sun for best flowering.
80% intensity
Water regularly during growth, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in fall/winter.
60% intensity
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types, including alkaline conditions.
50% intensity
Thrives in moderate temperatures between 15-25°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures.
50% intensity
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilizing.
40% intensity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently during the growing season, ensuring good drainage to prevent root rot. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during dormancy.
Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to encourage reblooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Trim back dead or damaged foliage in late fall or early spring before new growth emerges. Divide clumps every few years.
Easily propagated by division of rhizomes in late summer or early fall. Rhizomes can also be divided and replanted in spring. Seeds are rarely used for propagation due to variability.
If grown in pots, repot every 2-3 years in spring or fall. Use a well-draining potting mix. Ensure the rhizomes are just at or slightly below the soil surface. Water lightly after repotting.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Iris |
| Species | Iris florentina |
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