Iris 'Mme Chereau'

Also Known As

Iris germanica 'Madame Chereau'
Madame Chereau Bearded Iris
Madame Chereau Iris

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Iris 'Mme Chereau' plant details

Iris 'Mme Chereau' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris 'Mme Chereau'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, grape-scented, rock garden, sensory garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris 'Mme Chereau'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The most sought-after iris of the 19th century, and our Spring 2009 Heirloom Bulb of the Year, 'Mme. Chereau' is tall, stately, and oh so lovely. Its elegantly long white petals are neatly stitched or feathered with purple along the edges in a pattern known as plicata. A truly landmark iris, it was bred by pioneering nurseryman Jean-Nicolas Lémon whose 150 dazzling introductions transformed iris from a wildflower into a garden superstar. Grape-scented.