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Iris 'Blue Rhythm'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 38"-40"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 3a-8a

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Iris 'Blue Rhythm' plant details

Iris 'Blue Rhythm' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris 'Blue Rhythm'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 38 IN - 40 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, lemon-scented, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris 'Blue Rhythm'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Born in Mapleton, Iowa, this handsome farmboy went on to win the iris world’s highest honors, including the Dykes Medal in 1950. A silvery blue-purple that’s usually described as “cornflower,” it looks especially good with silver-leaved perennials such as lavender and Russian sage. And it’s deliciously lemon scented! 38-40”, zones 3-8aS/10WC, from Ann Arbor.

Gardening facts about Iris 'Blue Rhythm' plant

How to Grow Iris 'Blue Rhythm'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy
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