African iris (Dietes iridioides)
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Plastic Sizes:
large
354.99 Birr
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medium
200.00 Birr
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Plant Details & Care
Growth Category
Moderate
Temperature Range
10–28°C °C
Light Requirement
Full Sun to partial shade
Agro Ecology
Sub-humid to humid
Watering Frequency
Weekly or less once mature
Weekly or less once mature
Region
Good in mild frost-free gardens
Behavior
Forms clumps of narrow, upright, sword-like leaves.
Blooms repeatedly from spring to autumn (in Ethiopia, best bloom is during the rainy season, June–September).
Flowers are short-lived (1–2 days), but the plant produces many in succession.
Very low maintenance and often used in public gardens and roadside beautification in Addis.
Blooms repeatedly from spring to autumn (in Ethiopia, best bloom is during the rainy season, June–September).
Flowers are short-lived (1–2 days), but the plant produces many in succession.
Very low maintenance and often used in public gardens and roadside beautification in Addis.
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Treatment
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Pestsaphids, spider mites, and snails
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DiseasesLeaf spot and fungal diseases can occur if foliage stays wet too long; root rot possible if overwatered or soil is poorly drained
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Treatmentâś… Do:
Plant in clumps or borders for best landscape effect.
Divide and replant clumps every 3–4 years to keep them vigorous.
Mulch lightly to conserve moisture and reduce weeds.
Place in areas with morning sun + afternoon shade for stronger blooms in Addis.
❌ Don’t:
Don’t overwater — it prefers slightly dry intervals between watering.
Don’t plant in heavy clay soil without improving drainage.
Don’t leave old flower stalks — removing them boosts fresh blooming.