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    Iris setosa

    Also Known As

    • Alaska Iris
    • Beach-Head Iris
    • Beachhead Iris
    • Wild Flag Iris

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 12"-15"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

    Iris setosa plant details

    Iris setosa is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris setosa

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: iridaceae
    Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN - 15 IN - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in spring
    Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris setosa

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Flowers of deep purple to reddish-purple are produced by this 12-15" Alaskan beauty. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Placed at the front of the border for easy admiration, this smaller iris has compact grassy foliage and good-sized lavender flowers with darker blue etchings. Very elegant.

    By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

    Gardening facts about Iris setosa plant

    How to Grow Iris setosa

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

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