Neomarica longifolia

Also Known As

Trimezia martinicensis
Yellow Walking Iris

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

9b-10b

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Neomarica longifolia plant details

Neomarica longifolia is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Neomarica longifolia

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Neomarica longifolia

USDA Zones: 9b - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Yellow iris blooms with brown markings are borne on tall stems practically all year, where protected from frost. Upright sword-like foliage of medium green grows to 30". Produces young plants on spent bloom stems and at the ends of mature foliage.