Iris foetidissima – Gladdon
Gladdon (or stinking iris as it is less attractively known) is a medium tall perennial readily identifiable as an iris by its foliage and flower. Its flowers are usually a purple-gray tinged with brown or an off yellow and are in bloom throughout June and July. However its most distinctive feature is its large seed pod which splits in autumn to reveal bright orange berries.
Type | Seeds per gram | Origin | Ordering |
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Grassland Perennial | 12 | Somerset | Order this species |
Habitat Information
Gladdon is a native perennial found, almost always, on calcareous soils. It tolerates both drought and shade and is often found in hedge banks and woodlands. In coastal areas it can also be found in rough grassland and scrub. Reproduction is by seed and by rhizomatous extension.
Growing Information
Seed is best sown in the autumn but can be used at any time of the year.
Ordering
You can order any quantity of this species from 1g up to 100g. Please contact us if you require more.
nb: 1kg = 1000g, 0.1kg = 100g
Prices include p&p to most mainland destinations, more on delivery charges.
Prices
£/1kg | - |
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£/100g | £26.00 |
£/10g | £4.00 |
£/1g | £1.50 |