Iris 'Cyclamint'

Also Known As

Iris x 'Cyclamint'
Cyclamint Louisiana Iris

Plant type

aquatic

size

H: 30"-36"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Iris 'Cyclamint' plant details

Iris 'Cyclamint' is a deciduous or semi-evergreen aquatic with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, alkaline and average soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris 'Cyclamint'

Plant type: aquatic
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 30 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris 'Cyclamint'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline and average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ruffled deep fuschia purple falls are centered with lighter fuschia purple standards. Beautiful, full, nearly rounded flowers. A vigorous and hardy Louisiana Iris which multiplies readily in average garden soils, moist to wet soils, or can be set in water gardens where the container is just below the water's surface. Blooms March through May. A Dawn Stover Nifty Fifty favorite herbaceous plant! Dawn is a Research Associate at Stephen F Austin in Nacogdoches, TX and currently maintains the Mast Arboretum plant collection. For more about Dawn, the wonderful arboretum, and Stephen F Austin's excellent horticultural program click here.