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Image shows the pleasing colors of Iris x holandica 'Carmen' or Dutch Iris blooms
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Iris x hollandica 'Carmen'
(Dutch Iris) |
Origin: Hybrid
Family:
Iridaceae
Light: Full Sun/ sun-part shade
Height: 18-24'
Spread: 5"
Planting Depth: 5", plant after danger of frost
Blooms: Stalks of showy flowers with colors of white, yellow and
purple, Midseason
Foliage:
Bright green, sword-shaped
Soil: Well-drained (ph: 6.1-6.5, mildly acidic)
Water: Regular
Uses: Perennial border, bedding, planter, cut flower arrangements
Propagation: Tuber divisions
Comments: Iris x holandica 'Carmen' or Dutch Iris is a beautiful
herbaceous plant. It is easily propagated through tuber divisions.
Iris 'Carmen' blossoms makes excellent cut flowers. This perennial is
low-maintenance and looks lovely when grown in masses in the
perennial border or bedding. In colder areas, Dutch Iris
'Carmen' needs protection from frost.
Interestingly, Iris is the state flower of Tennessee
USDA Hardiness Zones : 4-9 |
