- Scientific Name: Iridaceae Iris spp. (meaning Rainbow colored, iridescent)
- Origin: Hybridized by Chowning 1976
- Hardiness Zone: 3-9 What Zone am I?
- Size: Grows up to 36" tall and 18-24" wide when mature
- Flowering Season: Late Winter/Early Spring to Mid Spring
- Cultural Requirements:
- Full Sun ideal, but will tolerate some afternoon shade
- Plant on the first shelf of your watergarden, 0-6" deep
- Little or no fertilization required
Growth Rate: very fast Little Known Facts: Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested and are resistant to deer Most marginal or bog plants prefer to be planted in 1-8" of water, on the first shelf of your pond, as well as the edges of streams and upper pools, are ideal planting areas.