Iris 'Tigris'

Also Known As

Iris hollandica 'Tigris'
Tigris Dutch Iris

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

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

planting zones

6a-10b

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Iris 'Tigris' plant details

Iris 'Tigris' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris 'Tigris'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris 'Tigris'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dutch Iris are those wonderful Iris you see in floral displays. They are perfect for Easter and Spring Boquets. It really is tragic that these are not more common in gardens. Developed from species native to Spain and North Africa. They do best in a sunny area and multiply quickly. These have flowered for me year after year with no care. Bloom is triggered by cool night time temperatures in the 40's and 50's. They are easily forced in an unheated winter greenhouse. Zones 6-10 (maybe winter hardy to zone 5 if you plant them in a protected spot...in colder zones, plant in the spring) Bulbs are full blooming size at 8 cm around