Iris 'Rio Dorado' (PCI)
Also Known As
- Iris x pacifica 'Rio Dorado'
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-14"
- W: 6"-24"
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Iris 'Rio Dorado' (PCI) plant details
Iris 'Rio Dorado' (PCI) is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring yellow 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 'Rio Dorado' (PCI)
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 14 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: easy-to-grow, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris 'Rio Dorado' (PCI)
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- 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 'Rio Dorado' (PCI) plant
How to Grow Iris 'Rio Dorado' (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
- yellow
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
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
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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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Zones
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Size
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