Iris 'Dardanus'

Also Known As

Dardanus Aril Iris

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Iris 'Dardanus' plant details

Iris 'Dardanus' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry in winter, dry when dormant. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris 'Dardanus'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: rock garden, trough garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris 'Dardanus'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dardanus' is an exquisite Iris with lilac-purple standards and paler falls all etched with burgundy-purple veins. This Regelio-cyclus hybrid is a cross between species of the Regelia and Onocyclus sections of the genus Iris. Must have good drainage and full sun preferring dry, baking summers and to be either dry (in coastal BC) or frozen (elsewhere) during the winter.