Iris maackii
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aquatic
size
- H: 18"-30"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Iris maackii plant details
Iris maackii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in acidic and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris maackii
- Plant type: perennial aquatic bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 30 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rare, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris maackii
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic and rich
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Gardening facts about Iris maackii plant
How to Grow Iris maackii
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- acidic
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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