Genus Species: Libertia paniculata    
Common / Product Name: Native Iris

Habit:   TUFTS (TF)

Available Sizes
  Tube

Height x Width: 0.6 - 0.6m x 0.60 - 0.60m

Pruning:   None

Frost Tolerance:   Medium

Coastal Tolerance:   Low

Clay & Heavy Soil Tolerance:   Medium / Well Drained

Drought Tolerance:   Low

Origin:   Australian Plant

Evergreen:   Rhizomatous perennial

Flowering:  starts: Spring / ends: Early Summer

Flower Colour:   White

Irrigation:   Yes water during dry periods.

Lower Temperatures: High to medium frost tolerance temperatures as low as -7°C. As a perennial this plant can become dormant until conditions are suitable for new growth.

Upper Temperatures: Tolerates periods of dry spells with temperatures extending from Mid 30's°C to Low 40's°C for short spells.

Fertilising: Slow release low phosphorus fertilizer.

Environment:   Plants selected suitable for Melbourne surrounds and southern states of Australia.