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Irisparadoxa

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Iridaceae (eye-rid-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Iris (EYE-ris)

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Species

paradoxa (par-uh-DOKS-uh)

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Synonym

Iris annae

Oncocyclus paradoxus

Height

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Spacing

under 6 in. (15 cm)

6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Hardiness

9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

12-15 in. (30-38 cm)

Sun Exposure

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Danger

Full Sun

Bloom Color

Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested

Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Foliage

Lavender

Medium Purple

Dark Purple/Black

Class

Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds

Bloom Time

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Other details

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Propagation Methods

Herbaceous

Seed Collecting

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Soil pH requirements

By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)

Patent Information

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Awards (if applicable)

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Foliage Color

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Bloom Characteristics

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Water Requirements

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Where to Grow

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Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Grand Junction, Colorado

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Joan

Belfield, ND (Zone 4a) | September 2008 | neutral

Iris paradoxa is the only Iris where the falls are much smaller than the standards. A very distinguishing identification feature.

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