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.

Height

24-36"

Spread

12-24"

Growth Habit

FILLER (mounded)

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)

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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