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Cultivation:
Plant Yellow Iris in full sun to partial shade in fertile soil. Space new
container grown plants 24" - 36" apart.
Yellow
Flag Iris can be planted as a marginal plant at the edge of
a pond or stream. In temperate regions Yellow Flag Iris is
considered an invasive aquatic plant.
Yellow Flag Iris flowers are excellent for cutting for use in
floral arrangements. After the
plant has finished flowering just remove the flower spike but don't
cut the plant back to the ground.
All parts of Iris are poisonous.
Propagation:
Purchase pre-started plants from your local Garden Center. Once
established, plants may be divided during mid-summer.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Aphids, Iris borer, and thrips.
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