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Iris 'Quechee'
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Bearded irisBulb, Perennial, EvergreenFamily: Iridaceae
- Height: 1mSpread: 50cm
- Hardy
- Attractive to wildlife
Flower colour:
Pink
Red
Foliage colour:
Blue/Green
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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. Iris 'Quechee' is a common sight at the Chelsea Flower Show. It bears large, orange-red flowers with a golden-yellow centre and an orange-yellow beard, on tall stems. The flowers have a delicate chocolate orange scent. It's ideal for growing in a sunny mixed herbaceous border or gravel garden, and makes an excellent cut flower.
For best results grow Iris 'Quechee' in well-drained soil in full sun, and mulch with well-rotted manure or garden compost annually. Divide congested clumps every three to five years.
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Iris ‘Quechee’ and wildlife
Iris ‘Quechee’ 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 ‘Quechee’ poisonous?
Iris ‘Quechee’ 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
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