Species Iris, Clark's Iris, Tibet Iris, Sino-Siberian Iris

Irisclarkei

Family
Iridaceae (eye-rid-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Iris (EYE-ris)
Species
clarkei (KLAR-kee-eye)
Synonym
Iris himalaica
Limniris clarkei
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
Danger
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Color
Foliage
Dark Blue
Blue-Violet
Class
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Bloom Time
Other Details
Other details
Propagation Methods
Deciduous
Seed Collecting
Soil pH requirements
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
From seed; stratify if sowing indoors
Patent Information
Awards (if applicable)
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Twisp, Washington

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