Iris
Common Name: Iris
Genus: Iris
Species: sibirica
Cultivar: 'Flight of Butterflies'
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Chalky/alkaline, Moist, Sandy
Height: 45cm
Spread: 45cm
Flowering period: May to June
The Siberian iris is an easy, trouble-free group to grow, forming clumps of grassy foliage with a late spring display of butterfly-like flowers. Plants are sturdy and upright and have small, violet-blue flowers with delicate white veining. Excellent at the waterside, or in a moist border. Also suitable for planting in containers and great as a cut flower. Siberian irises are tolerant of wet sites, and will even grow in the shallow water at the edge of a pond or stream. Plants are easily divided in early autumn to bulk up your collection.
Looks good with:
Butomus umbellatusTrollius x cultorum 'Cheddar'
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