Geranium_gem's Garden
Iris histrioides 'George'
Genus: Iris.
Species: Iris histrioides.
Colour: Plum purple, yellow blotched edged white
Flowering time: February (-March)
Height: 15cm
Iris histroides 'George' is a lovely minature iris with a good scent. Plant these miniature iris in the garden in full sun, in well-drained soil or in pots: needs to stay dry in summer, so choose a sunny, free-draining site.
Care tips: Iris will produce more flowers if dug up and replanted every 3 years. Force on a sunny windowsill and they will flower in February.
RHS Award of Garden Merit
Perfect for Pollinators
Bought 2012
Iris 'George' is a hybrid of Iris histrioides var. Major and Iris reticulata 'J.S. Dijt'.
