Iris reticulata 'Halkis'

Also Known As

Halkis Reticulated Iris

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 4"-8"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Iris reticulata 'Halkis' plant details

Iris reticulata 'Halkis' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue, lavender and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry when dormant. 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 reticulata 'Halkis'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: blue, lavender and purple blooms in spring
Uses: black walnut tolerant, container plant, rock garden, summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris reticulata 'Halkis'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Halkis' is a special colour form of the fragrant Iris reticulata with mid blue petals tipped with purple as if each fall had been dipped in pink and then speckled with dark purple blue, yellow and white. These hardy dwarf iris prefer full sun in a position that is well-drained. They will go dormant by summer so plant them where they can grow up through perennial groundcovers.