Iris setosa 'Bristle-Pointed Iris'

Iridaceae: A rhizomatous perennial, dwarf, sibirica-type iris with glossy, mid-green leaves displaying a prominent midrib. Bluish-purple and gold blooms, with discrete standards and large, rounded falls appear from late spring to summer. Native from USA to Japan.

Full sun or partial shade, reliably moist or boggy soil, or aquatic compost. Grows fine for me here in ordinary well drained soil. Fully hardy.

Cold-germinators: The sowing must be kept warm (about +18 to +22°C) [about 64 to 72°F] and moist for the first 2–4 weeks. After this period the sowing must be kept at a cold temperature (between –4 and +4°C) [between 25 and 39°F] for another 4–6 weeks. Then most effective temperatures are between +5 to +12°C [41 to 54°F], even if germination has started. The best location for this sowing, even in March, April, and May, is the open field, the cold frame, or a cold greenhouse.

HARVESTED: 2023

APPROX. 20 SEEDS