Iris

Family: Iridaceae

Iris is a large group of beautiful plants that are popular in gardens everywhere. There are approximately 200 Iris species and perhaps thousands of cultivars. The most popular are hybrids of Iris germanica, the bearded iris, which have been bred into an astonishing array of colors, shapes, and sizes. Most are easy to grow in temperate climates.

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Tags:

cut flower, flower, ornamental, perennial, sun
Cultivation: Medium-sized perennial for USDA hardiness zones 4 to 10. Grows best in partial to full sun with moderate to high moisture.

Size: Reaches 6" to 3' (15 cm to 90 cm) tall with a spread of 6" to 18" (15 cm to 46 cm).

Flowering: Blooms from mid-spring through mid-summer.

Propagation methods: division, seeds.