Siberian Iris
Iris Sibirica
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
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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