Iris 'Fortune Finder'

Also Known As

Fortune Finder Spuria Iris

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 24"

planting zones

5a-11

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Iris 'Fortune Finder' plant details

Iris 'Fortune Finder' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris 'Fortune Finder'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, disease-resistant, edging plant, fragrant, long-blooming, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris 'Fortune Finder'

USDA Zones: 5a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With slightly ruffled, fragrant, lemon-yellow petals and light pink veining and ivory blushed undertones, Iris 'Fortune Finder' is truly the long sought-after pot of gold for the wet garden. Rising to heights of 24-36 inches on sword-shaped and linear foliage, Louisiana are beardless irises that thrive in moist soil in areas with hot summers. Divide plants every 3-4 years immediately after flowering. Ideally suited for bog-type, ponds or water gardens in a sunny garden. Attracts butterflies.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Originally from the S.E.U.S., these huge, ruffled Iris flowers of a stunning! yellow appear late spring/early summer on 2-3' stems... a knock-out next to a pond. S-PSh/M-W