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Iris 'Missouri Rivers'
Also Known As
- Iris spuria 'Missouri River'
- Missouri Rivers Spuria Iris
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 40"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Iris 'Missouri Rivers' plant details
Iris 'Missouri Rivers' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer purple and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris 'Missouri Rivers'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 40 IN tall
- Flowers: purple and yellow blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: border plant, cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris 'Missouri Rivers'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Iris 'Missouri Rivers' plant
How to Grow Iris 'Missouri Rivers'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
- purple
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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Size
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