Sun Needs:
- Full sun to partial shade
- Best blooms in full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sun daily)
Bloom Time:
- Spring to early summer (typically April to June)
- Blooms last for about a week, with some varieties offering extended blooming periods
Size:
Height: 12 inches to 3 feet tall, depending on the variety
Width: 1 to 2 feet wide
Attributes:
- Bearded irises have a fuzzy “beard” on their lower petals
- Spreads by rhizomes, and some varieties can become clumping
- Long-lasting, showy flowers that attract pollinators like bees and butterflies
- Tolerates a wide range of soil types as long as it’s well-draining
- Low-maintenance once established
- Excellent cut flowers for arrangements
- Prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil
Companion:
- Daylilies (Hemerocallis)
- Peonies (Paeonia)
- Astilbe
- Lupine
- Phlox (Phlox paniculata)
- Salvia
- Alliums
- Ferns
- Lavender
- Coral Bells (Heuchera)
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