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    Iris 'Superstition'

    Also Known As

    • Iris germanica 'Superstition'
    • Superstition Bearded Iris

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 38"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 3a-9b

    Iris 'Superstition' plant details

    Iris 'Superstition' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring black, burgundy and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris 'Superstition'

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

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris 'Superstition'

    USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Black is still the new Black! At least in the gardening world. This is said to be the darkest iris available -- the purple is so deep, it's black. Wow! It's also fragrant. Divide every two to three years just after blooming. Trim the foliage back to a third and plant the rhizomes at or just below soil level.

    By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

    Gardening facts about Iris 'Superstition' plant

    How to Grow Iris 'Superstition'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • purple
      • burgundy
      • black

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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