Description of Iris sibirica (Siberian Flag Iris)

Iris sibirica is Siberian iris, a hardy clump-forming iris for damp soil. It produces elegant flowers in late spring and early summer.

Appearance

It forms clumps of narrow leaves and slender stems with blue to purple flowers. Height is usually 60 to 100cm.

Care Guide

It prefers moist soil and good light.

• Sun: Full sun to light shade.
• Soil: Moist, humus-rich soil.
• Water: Keep damp in spring and early summer.
• Division: Divide in spring every few years.
• Tidy: Remove old leaves in late winter.

It is long-lived and reliable in the right spot.

Suitability for Bog Garden

This suits bog gardens on the damp edge where soil stays moist but not flooded. Plant in groups for a natural effect.

Avoid deep standing water.

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