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Iris 'Burnt Sugar' (PCI)

Also Known As

  • Iris douglasiana 'Burnt Sugar'
  • Iris douglasiana (Pacifica) 'Burnt Sugar'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Iris 'Burnt Sugar' (PCI) plant details

Iris 'Burnt Sugar' (PCI) is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer apricot and burgundy flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris 'Burnt Sugar' (PCI)

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: apricot and burgundy blooms in spring and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, long-blooming, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris 'Burnt Sugar' (PCI)

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Iris 'Burnt Sugar' (PCI) plant

How to Grow Iris 'Burnt Sugar' (PCI)

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • apricot
    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy
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