Species Iris, Bamboo Iris
Irisconfusa

Family: Iridaceae (eye-rid-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Iris (EYE-ris)
Species: confusa (kon-FEW-suh)

Height

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

Hardiness
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger
Sun to Partial Shade

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

Foliage
Light Blue
White/Near White

Other details

Propagation Methods
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Smooth

Seed Collecting

Soil pH requirements
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
From seed; sow indoors before last frost

Patent Information

Class
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds

Bloom Time

Awards (if applicable)

Foliage Color

Bloom Characteristics
Perennials

Water Requirements

Where to Grow