Iris In Bloom

Iris (Siberian Fleur-de-lis) Iris Siberica

Planted Perennial bulb. Oldest known flower.
Symbol of eloquence, power and majesty.
Greek for rainbow – iris.
Three parts of the blossom typifying faith, wisdom and valour.
Snap off dead flowers in May and cut stalk to ground when dead in October.
Lime and manure every three years
Flower: Blooms May and June.
Use:
Dried root is orris root used in potpourris
Nice for flower arrangements.
Juice of the fresh root, bruised with wine as a strong purge of dropsy
Deer resistant
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