Native - American
Iris fulva
Copper Iris
Plant Type: Native - American
Exposure: Sun Tolerant Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade
FULL sun to MORNING sun/AFTERNOON shade
Unusual copper color flower is a beardless variety native to swamps and wetlands. Flowers appear in May and June on tall scapes. Bright green foliage is sword shaped. Pollinated by hummingbirds.
Height24-36"
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Spread12-24"
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Growth HabitFILLER (mounded)
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Landscape Application:
Provides vertical accent to moist perennial border and water margins.
Iris fulva Plant Care:
Prefers full sun in moist, slightly acidic, organically rich soil. Tolerates wet clay soil and bogs.
USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 4 (-30/-20F)
Copper Iris Merit Awards and Special Collections
Copper Iris Characteristics & Attributes
Season of Interest
MIDSEASON (May-June)
Mid Season (May - June)
Soil Moisture Needs
Moderate to high soil moisture.
Moderate
Moist
Special Benefits
Bog
Nature Attraction
Hummingbirds
Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant