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Iris brevicaulis

Family Iridaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Iris brevicaulis (lamance iris) bears showy and mauve blossoms during early summer. The foliage is greyish green in colour.
Cautions Be advised that Iris brevicaulis (lamance iris) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.