Miniature Iris
Common Name: Miniature Iris
Species Name: Iris reticulata
Family Name: Iridaceae
Examples of Miniature Iris Iris reticulata
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Northern & Southern Turkey |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |
| Susceptibility | Ink spot and basal rot |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 0.5-foot diameter, 1-foot height
- Leaves: Leaves are linear and long at flowering
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preferences | Well-drained |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 5 |
| Notes | May be used as a forced, potted plant; bulbs often split after flowering and may take several years to reach flowering size again |