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Iris fernaldii
Also Known As
- Fernald's Iris
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 12"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Iris fernaldii plant details
Iris fernaldii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring cream and yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. 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 fernaldii
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN tall
- Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, native plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris fernaldii
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Iris fernaldii
By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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View Original PhotoGardening facts about Iris fernaldii plant
How to Grow Iris fernaldii
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
- yellow
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 1'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
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Zones
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Size
Height: 4"-6"
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - bright shade
- even moisture - regular
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Size
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