Iris 'Miss Apple'
"Siberian iris"
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Description
If you are searching for an Iris to catch the eye—look no further. Iris sibirica 'Miss Apple' is superb, and has been delighting gardeners for more than 15 years. It produces stunning two-toned flowers, red-purple and pink etched with gold. In early summer, these blooms nestle snugly against the narrow, green, strap-like leaves. The main petals (or falls) of Iris 'Miss Apple' are as near to red as you’ll find in any iris bloom, while the yellow markings on some of the other falls are so large, they extend in broad swathes nearly to the edges. The blooms are held on strong, sturdy stems.
Iris 'Miss Apple' is a short-growing Siberian iris, at just around 65-75cm in height, so is perfect for the front of a border, or a patio container. Each stem carries two to five vibrant flowers, generally during the months of June and July. Iris sibirica 'Miss Apple' particularly likes a moist location, but do protect it from excessive winter wet and cold. If left undisturbed, it will naturalise and increase, year after year.
Key features
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Good for cutting
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Perfect for pots
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Comes back every year
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Loved by pollinators
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Naturalising
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Thrives well in full sun
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In peat-free compost
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Low maintenance
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Fully hardy
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Rodent resistant
Specs & details
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Botanical name
Iris sibirica 'Miss Apple'
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Flower colour
Red, purple, pink
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Plant size
1
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Established height
70cm-1m
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Established spread
50-70cm
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Plant spacing
10 plants per m2
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Leaf colour
Green
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Habit
Upright
Clump-forming -
Life cycle
Perennial
Naturalising -
Hardiness
Fully hardy
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Years to establish
1-2 years
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Sunlight
Full sun
Partial shade -
Position
Sheltered
Exposed -
Suitable for
Pots
Large containers
Borders
Meadows
Water gardens
Coastal gardens
Low maintenance gardens
Cut flower gardens -
Soil acidity
Any
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Soil moisture
Damp
Boggy -
Soil type
Loam
Sandy
Clay
Loam-based compost
Multipurpose compost -
Growing skill
Easy to grow
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Scented
No
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Pollinator-friendly
No
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Mouse resistant
Yes
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Rabbit resistant
Yes
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Deer resistant
No
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Toxicity
Skin/eyes irritant
Harmful if eaten
Plant calendar
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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- Planting
- Flowering
Useful information
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Soak the Iris 'Miss Apple' roots in water for 3-6 hours prior to planting
Plant your "Siberian iris" bare roots into temporary pots with a multipurpose compost in spring and grow-on in a sheltered spot outdoors
Choose a pot which comfortably fits the bare roots. Some have a noticeable crown which should be just below the soil surface with any top growth exposed. Some varieties are a length of root which should be planted lengthways and shallowly (1-2cm deep).
Plant out into borders or permanent containers in late spring or early summer once in full growth. Choose a position in sun or shade depending on the variety.
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Orders placed until 29 February 2025
You can expect your order in February/March 2025Orders placed 1 March - 15 April 2025
You can expect your order in March/April 2025Orders placed 16 April - 15 May 2025
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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