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Fairy Iris (Dietes grandiflora)

Dietes grandiflora, commonly known as Fairy Iris, is an evergreen perennial with sword-like leaves and delicate white flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Provide afternoon shade in very hot climates.

Water

Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Can tolerate brief periods of cooler temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Grass

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.6-1.2 m

Spread

0.6-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Evergreen, sword-shaped

Flower Size

5-8 cm

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyIridaceae
  • genusDietes
  • speciesDietes grandiflora
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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