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Iris sanguinea

Also Known As

Iris nertschinksia
Iris sibirica subsp. orientalis
Iris sibirica subsp. sanguinea
Blood Iris

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

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

planting zones

5a-9b

Iris sanguinea plant details

Iris sanguinea is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris sanguinea

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris sanguinea

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This beautiful iris is native to damp meadows and streambanks from Russia to Korea. This species has somewhat larger flowers than that of Iris sibirica. The blossoms range in colors, but are usually a dark purple-blue with falls of white and are veined and edged with blue-violet. The blooms sit on arching stems which sets the flowers nestled among the grass-like leaves. This iris is incredibly loved planted in masses. S/M-W