Position

Sun exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in border:
Middle

Soil

Prefers rich soil:
Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Bearded irises have 'beards' on each of the falls (lower petals) of the flowers. The flowers of Iris 'Barbara May' are lightly scented, and all petals are white with a thick purple margin. 'Barbara May' is ideal for growing in a mixed herbaceous border or gravel garden, and makes an excellent cut flower.

For best results grow Iris 'Barbara May' in well-drained soil in full sun, and mulch with well-rotted manure or garden compost annually.

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Iris ‘Barbara may’ and wildlife

Iris ‘Barbara may’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths
Butterflies/​Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators

Is Iris ‘Barbara may’ poisonous?

Iris ‘Barbara may’ can be toxic.

Toxic to:
Is known to attract Cats
Cats
Is known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is known to attract People
People
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Plants that go well with Iris 'Barbara May'
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