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Moraea spathulata

Also Known As

  • Iris spathulata
  • Yellow Tulip Moraea

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 1'-3'
  • W: 3"-6"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Moraea spathulata plant details

Moraea spathulata is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Moraea spathulata

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Moraea spathulata

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Gardening facts about Moraea spathulata plant

How to Grow Moraea spathulata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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aka Moraea rivularis

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

6a-10b

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 1'-2'

  • sun - bright shade
  • even moisture - regular
  • dry when dormant
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aka Fleur-de-lys-Moraea

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

9a-10b

Size

Height: 15"

Width: 6"

  • mostly shade
  • low - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
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aka Peacock Iris, Peacock Moraea

Plant Type

Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

9a-10b

Size

Height: 12"-16"

Width: 5"-7"

  • mostly shade
  • low - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 36"-48"

Width: 6"-18"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • low - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 12"

Width: 12"

  • sun
  • low - drought tolerant
  • dry when dormant
  • dry in summer
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