Iris chrysographes

Also Known As

Black Iris

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-26"
W: 18"-36"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Iris chrysographes plant details

Iris chrysographes is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer black and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris chrysographes

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 26 IN - tall
Flowers: black and purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris chrysographes

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Midnight purple, almost black flowers have a fine gold saber in each petal. Be sure to give it a very light visual foil for adequate contrast; mix with whites, light blues, lavenders, golds. Mysterious, intriguing, and very elegant. Clumping rhizome with 16" stems. Fairly drought-tolerant but appreciates summer water. Minimum temperature: -30°F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

A real black beauty, this iris produces velvety dark purple-black flowers that are up to 2” across. The falls are long & drape nicely. Blooms June to July on 24” stems & would make a great graphic bouquet when combined with our white Orlaya grandiflora. Oh, & I almost forgot - the flowers are fragrant too! Even better!