Iris fulva

Also Known As

Cooper Iris

Plant type

perennial, aquatic

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Iris fulva plant details

Iris fulva is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial aquatic with green foliage. In spring bronze flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - high water. Does well in acidic and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris fulva

Plant type: perennial aquatic
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: bronze blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris fulva

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - high
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A classic Louisiana Iris with unusual coppery orange flowers, it is one of the hardiest of the group and a startling sight in the garden. If you want to try Louisiana Iris in the north, this would be a good starting place, it's almost as much fun as gators and Mardi Gras beads, well maybe. ZONE 5