Stinking Iris

Iris Foetidissima

Overview

Iris foetidissima, commonly known as Stinking Iris, thrives in partial to full shade, reaching 1.5-2 feet in height. Noted for its foul-smelling leaves when crushed, this hardy perennial showcases delicate purple flowers in late spring. Post-bloom, its most striking feature is the vibrant orange seeds, displayed in open seedpods throughout fall and winter, offering a splash of color in subdued landscapes._zones 5-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 6–9Type Perennial

Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — earns its name from the unpleasant scent released when its leaves are crushed

Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — These vibrant seeds provide a stark contrast against the foliage and are a draw for birds; thrives in partial to full shade

Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — evergreen leaves that grow in dense clumps

Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — lavender flowers in the garden; presents a peculiar yet intriguing addition to your garden, image 79

Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — its most striking feature is the vibrant orange seeds

Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — this hardy perennial showcases delicate purple flowers in late spring, image 59

Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — Iris foetidissima is remarkably disease-resistant and requires minimal maintenance

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Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones: 6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Iridaceae

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$Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — It\'s an ideal choice for underplanting in woodland settings or adding to shaded border areas; it blooms with, image 76$

Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — its most striking feature is the vibrant orange seeds; despite the "stinking" title

Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — thrives in partial to full shade

$Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — It\'s an ideal choice for underplanting in woodland settings or adding to shaded border areas$

Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — this herbaceous perennial features long

Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — Noted for its foul-smelling leaves when crushed; lavender flowers in the garden, image 58

Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — thrives in partial to full shade; earns its name from the unpleasant scent released when its leaves are crushed

Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — commonly known as Stinking Iris; noted for its foul-smelling leaves when crushed

$Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — It\'s an ideal choice for underplanting in woodland settings or adding to shaded border areas; it blooms with pale lavender$