Iris douglasiana 'Royal Peacock'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-15"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

7a-10b

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Iris douglasiana 'Royal Peacock' plant details

Iris douglasiana 'Royal Peacock' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring lavender and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris douglasiana 'Royal Peacock'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 15 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris douglasiana 'Royal Peacock'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Like a peacock regally attired in royal purple robes, this gorgeous thing is the love child of our local friend and Iris hybridizer Ryan Grisso. Highly prized for its outrageous 4-5" blooms, this regal California native has a tough side - and can take just about anything you throw at it. Shade, drought and deer won't faze it! Perfect for planting under oaks or in low-water gardens, Pacific Coast Irises are an excellent way to spruce up that dry shady patch. Super low-maintenance, they technically need NO SUMMER WATER once established, but will benefit from a monthly splash and will look best with a bit a cleaning up in the Fall. Provide good drainage & once you’ve got a good sized clump, you can divide it in December & share with friends. Provide more shade inland, especially if growing in low-water situations.