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Iris lutescens 'Campbellii'

Also Known As

  • Iris lutescens campellii

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 2"-6"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Iris lutescens 'Campbellii' plant details

Iris lutescens 'Campbellii' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris lutescens 'Campbellii'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 IN - 6 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris lutescens 'Campbellii'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very dwarf to 15cm, flowers bright violet blue; falls darker, this cute little bearded iris is native from Italy to southern Spain in dry places among rocks. ZONE 5

Gardening facts about Iris lutescens 'Campbellii' plant

How to Grow Iris lutescens 'Campbellii'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen
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