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Iris wattii
Also Known As
- Bamboo Iris
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 2'-5'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Iris wattii plant details
Iris wattii is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris wattii
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris wattii
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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View Original PhotoGardening facts about Iris wattii plant
How to Grow Iris wattii
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 1'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- standing water - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-10a
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Zones
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Size
Height: 12"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 20"-32"
Width: 18"
- sun - bright shade
- even moisture - regular
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
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