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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

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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

Gardening 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

  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen
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