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Siberian Iris

Iris Sibirica

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Overview

Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica) is a hardy perennial featuring slender, grass-like foliage reaching 2-3 feet in height with a spread of 1-2 feet. This elegant plant bears vibrant blue to purple flowers in late spring, offering a delicate, orchid-like appearance. Its clumping habit and vertical silhouette offer striking texture to water features and borders. Thrives in full to partial sunlight and prefers moist, well-drained soil. USDA Zone 3-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–10Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — This iris is hardy in USDA zones 3 through 8; iris sibirica should be planted in a location that receives full sun to part shade

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Iridaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — consider mass plantings for a dramatic effect or singularly for subtle elegance; perennial for full or half, image 93
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — The Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica) is a captivating perennial that graces many gardens with its slender; making it, image 54
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — grass-like foliage reaching 2-3 feet in height with a spread of 1-2 feet; the flowers can display a range of colors, image 50
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — perennial for full or half; consider mass plantings for a dramatic effect or singularly for subtle elegance, image 72
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — perennial for full or half; consider mass plantings for a dramatic effect or singularly for subtle elegance, image 96
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — It is also deer-resistant and draws in pollinators; this elegant plant bears vibrant blue to purple flowers in late, image 114
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — The Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica) is a captivating perennial that graces many gardens with its slender; making it, image 126
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — perennial for full or half
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — The Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica) is a captivating perennial that graces many gardens with its slender; making it suitable for
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — making it suitable for use in rain gardens or near water features; the Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica) is a captivating perennial
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — the Siberian Iris produces several exquisite blooms per stalk
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — adding both a functional and enchanting element to the garden setting; the Siberian Iris produces several exquisite, image 115
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — When incorporating Iris sibirica into a landscape plan
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — adding both a functional and enchanting element to the garden setting; the Siberian Iris produces several exquisite blooms per
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — Iris sibirica should be planted in a location that receives full sun to part shade
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — It is also deer-resistant and draws in pollinators; this elegant plant bears vibrant blue to purple flowers in late spring
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — The flowers can display a range of colors from deep purples and blues to softer pinks and whites; grass-like foliage reaching
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — blue and multi-colored and violet flowers in the garden; grass-like leaves and striking
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — adding both a functional and enchanting element to the garden setting
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — Typically reaching heights between 2 to 4 feet with a spread of around 1 to 2 feet; thrives in full to partial, image 80
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — The Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica) is a captivating perennial that graces many gardens with its slender; making it, image 78
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — It thrives in well-draining soil but is notably tolerant of wetter conditions; perennial with blue and, image 86
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — making it suitable for use in rain gardens or near water features; the Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica) is a, image 63
Siberian Iris (Iris Sibirica) — the Siberian Iris produces several exquisite blooms per stalk; adding both a functional and enchanting element to, image 106
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