Iris 'Jurassic Park'

Also Known As

Iris 'Jurassic Park' (Tall Bearded)
Iris 'Jurassic Park' (TB)
Iris germanica 'Jurassic Park'
Jurassic Park Bearded Iris

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Iris 'Jurassic Park' plant details

Iris 'Jurassic Park' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer purple and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris 'Jurassic Park'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: purple and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, repeat-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris 'Jurassic Park'

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, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Iris germanica 'Jurassic Park' is a luminous, heavily ruffled bearded iris with bright yellow standards and royal purple falls with a central blush of purple-blue. Reblooms in fall. 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.