Siberian Iris
Iris sibirica
Common Name: Siberian Iris
Genus: Iris
Species: sibirica
The Greek translation of the word Iris means ‘rainbow’; probably a reference to the wide range of flower colours in this Genus.
Category: Bulbs, Corms, Tubers & Rhizomatous Plants
Height: 1.00 m (100 cm)
Spread: 1.00 m (100 cm)
Form: Perennial
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Sun/Shade: Full sun or light shade
Soil: Nutritious, moist.
Iris sibirica spreads by swollen underground stems (rhizomes), it is a perennial, beardless Iris with narrow, erect strap-like leaves. Blue-violet flowers are produced in early summer. Iris sibirica would be a good choice of plant for growing on heavy clay soil.
Similar Plants:
Iris pallida
Iris pallida
Iris orientalis ‘Shelford Giant’
Iris orientalis 'Shelford Giant'
Iris pallida 'Aurea Variegata'
Iris pallida 'Aurea Variegata'
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