Iris pumila 'Prolific Purple'

Also Known As

Prolific Purple Dwarf Bearded Iris
Prolific Purple Standard Dwarf Bearded Iris

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 15"-18"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

4a-8b

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Iris pumila 'Prolific Purple' plant details

Iris pumila 'Prolific Purple' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with blue and green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris pumila 'Prolific Purple'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 15 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris pumila 'Prolific Purple'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An Intrinsic Introduction! Fragrant purple flowers on silvered green foliage to 12"+. Flowers in May on 15-18" stems. Full sun to part shade, well drained soil.

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Gardening facts about Iris pumila 'Prolific Purple' plant

How to Grow Iris pumila 'Prolific Purple'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant