Iris douglasiana [light lavender/blue]

Also Known As

Iris douglasiana 'Light Lavender/Blue'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

7a-11

Iris douglasiana [light lavender/blue] plant details

Iris douglasiana [light lavender/blue] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue and lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris douglasiana [light lavender/blue]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, floriferous, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris douglasiana [light lavender/blue]

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a lovely Douglas iris that I received some years ago from a garden in the Oakland Hills. It has true wildflower charm & looks fabulous in a semi-shady spot. Some of the other Pacific iris hybrids can look out of place when mixed with other California natives, but this one looks like the real thing. It is very floriferous & will make an attractive mass of delicate foliage without any maintenance, but the flowering will decrease over the years. To maximize flowering, divide every 3 years. In the Bay Area, the best time for the division is in December when the irises have started to make new roots. Sunset Zones 4-9, 14-24.