Species Iris, Sweet Iris, Dalmation Iris
Irispallida

Synonym:Iris fulgida

Synonym:Iris glauca

Synonym:Iris gloriosa

Synonym:Iris hortensis

Synonym:Iris swertii

Height

Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Hardiness
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 3a: to -39.9 °C (-40 °F)
USDA Zone 3b: to -37.2 °C (-35 °F)
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

Danger
Full Sun

Bloom Color
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Foliage
Medium Purple

Other details

Propagation Methods
Herbaceous
Smooth

Seed Collecting

Soil pH requirements
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)

Patent Information

Class
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible

Bloom Time

Awards (if applicable)

Foliage Color

Bloom Characteristics

Water Requirements

Where to Grow