Iris bucharica

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 8"-16"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Iris bucharica plant details

Iris bucharica is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring cream, white and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris bucharica

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: cream, white and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, forcing, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris bucharica

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Iris bucharica is a unique species of Juno iris with glossy, clasping, lance-shaped leaves and beautiful bicoloured flowers with creamy white standards and yellow falls. Each stem produces up to seven fragrant flowers in spring. One of the easiest Juno irises to grow in a sunny, well-drained border. Good drainage is important.