Iris 'PB and J' (PCI)

Also Known As

Iris 'PB&J' (PCI)
Iris douglasiana 'PB&J'
PB&J Pacific Coast Iris

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 36"-48"

planting zones

7a-10b

Iris 'PB and J' (PCI) plant details

Iris 'PB and J' (PCI) is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring cream and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris 'PB and J' (PCI)

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 36 IN - 48 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and purple blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris 'PB and J' (PCI)

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We just couldn’t help naming this Iris ‘PB&J’ - doesn’t the color totally remind you of that yummy combination? Grape-y goodness combines with a dab of nutty color to create a fun, frilly oozing-out-at-the-edges fancy Iris for your garden. Bred by our local friend Ryan Grisso, Iris hybridizer extraordinaire, this variety is selected for its fun, (yet sophisticated if you want it to be) color. Each bloom is 4-5” wide & will bloom in Spring. The clump of glossy green foliage will get to be about 1’ tall & 3-4’ wide. Native to CA, these Irises can deal with no Summer water once established & grow well under Oaks. Provide good drainage & once you’ve got a good sized clump, you can divide it in December & share with friends. Provide more shade inland, especially if growing in low-water situations.