GardenWizzPlant Care Card

Bristle-pointed Iris

Iris setosa · Perennial

Hardiness
H7 Very hardy (to below −20°C)
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Height × Spread
10–90 cm × 10–50 cm
Soil
well-drained, neutral to slightly acid loam
Flowering
June–July
Toxicity
Harmful if eaten

The Gardening Year

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
🪴 Plant out
🌸 In flower

Watch out for

Slugs and snails: Use physical barriers like copper tape or crushed eggshells, and hand-pick at night.

Iris leaf spot: Remove affected leaves and clear all debris in autumn to reduce overwintering spores.

Bacterial soft rot: Discard infected plants immediately and ensure soil is well-drained to prevent recurrence.

Iris rust: Pick off lightly infected leaves and improve air circulation around plants.

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