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Dwarf Iris (Iris pumila)

Dwarf Iris (Iris pumila) is a charming, low-growing perennial prized for its early spring blooms in vibrant colors.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, sandy loam

Temperature

Moderate

Fertilizer

Low

Care Requirements

Light Requirements

Full Sun

Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.

Watering Needs

Moderate

Allow soil to dry between waterings; avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-drained, sandy loam

Temperature Preference

Moderate

Prefers cooler temperatures during dormancy and moderate warmth during the growing season. Hardy in USDA zones 3-8.

Fertilizer Needs

Low

Light feeding in spring with a balanced or low-nitrogen fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.1-0.2 m

Spread

0.1-0.2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

Flower Size

3-5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Iris aequiloba Ledeb.
Iris angustifolia Mill.
Iris coerulea Spach
Iris grandis (Velen.) Velen.
Iris pluriscapis Prodan
Iris pseudopulcherrima Berg
Iris pulcherrima Berg
Iris purpurascens Berg
Iris rozaliae Prodan
Iris sarajevoensis Prodan
Iris stenoloba A.DC. ex Baker
Iris taurica Anon.
Iris transsilvanica Schur
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyIridaceae
  • genusIris
  • speciesIris pumila
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Edible

No

Low toxicity to pets and humans. Ingestion can cause digestive upset. Contact with sap may cause skin irritation.

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