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Elegant Moraea

Moraea elegans

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Overview

Nada Crested Iris (Homeria elegans), a charming perennial, offers striking blooms. It boasts unique 3-inch cream to yellow flowers marked with intricate brown or purple flecks. Typically reaching 18-24 inches in height, this iris thrives in USDA zones 5-9, preferring well-drained soil and full to partial sun. Ideal for borders, its April to June flowering period adds a vibrant touch to any garden composition. Caution: All plant parts are toxic if ingested.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 8–11Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Elegant Moraea (Moraea elegans) — Nada Crested Iris (Homeria elegans), a charming perennial, offers striking blooms
Elegant Moraea (Moraea elegans) — It boasts unique 3-inch cream to yellow flowers marked with intricate brown or purple flecksElegant Moraea (Moraea elegans) — Typically reaching 18-24 inches in height

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Iridaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Elegant Moraea (Moraea elegans) — Nada Crested Iris (Homeria elegans), a charming perennial, offers striking blooms
Elegant Moraea (Moraea elegans) — It boasts unique 3-inch cream to yellow flowers marked with intricate brown or purple flecks
Elegant Moraea (Moraea elegans) — Typically reaching 18-24 inches in height
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