Mid-winter Blooms
OXK0 XK of the mysteries of the gardening world is the absence of Iris stylosa from so many gardens. A vase of cut blooms of a perfect iris in mid-winter, never fails to attract attention. But Iris stylosa within the reach of every gardoner, still comes as surprise. Absolutely hardy, flowering in the open in mid-winter, this delightful, lavender blue flowered plant thrives on neglect. Once established in a position it asks for no more attention. The right position is important. A sun baked position in poor, sandy or even stony soil is its choice. Backed by a wall at the edge of a path, it will flower profusely regardless of winter weather. Buds will open well in water. To extract the utmost pleasure from this gem, one should examine the clump every day from June onwards, picking the buds before they unfurl.
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New Zealand Herald, Volume 78, Issue 24103, 23 October 1941, Page 17
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