Iris orientalis
Also Known As
- Iris ochroleuca
- Spuria Iris
- Yellowband Iris
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 28"-36"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 4b-9b
Iris orientalis plant details
Iris orientalis is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in alkaline and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris orientalis
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 28 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris orientalis
- USDA Zones: 4b - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: alkaline and rich
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Gardening facts about Iris orientalis plant
How to Grow Iris orientalis
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 1'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 4"-6"
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
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Size
Height: 20"-32"
Width: 18"
- sun - bright shade
- even moisture - regular
- dry in summer
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Zones
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Size
Height: 12"
Width: 24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
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