Bulb Type
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DUTCH IRIS
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Variety Name
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CASABLANCA
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Quantity
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6
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Season
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SPRING FLOWERING
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Position
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Full sun/Shelter from the wind
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Planting Time
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Plant from March onwards
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Planting Depth
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10-15 cm deep
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Blooming time
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Blooms in Spring
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Height
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50-70 cm
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Soil Position
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Plant in a full sun position with some protection from the wind, but receives at least 6 hours of sun daily. A slightly alkaline to neutral soil is preferred.
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Application
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A very elegant, striking flower. They are best planted in clumps amongst other perennials or shrubs. Easy to grow and low maintenance, great cut flower.
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Cultivation
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Can be left undisturbed in the ground for years to multiply, however if the summer is particularly wet then lift bulbs after foliage has died down. Store in a cool, well ventilated dry environment, ready to replant the following season.
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Botanical Name
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Iris x hollandica
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Caution
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Harmful if eaten
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