Species Iris, Himalayan Iris
Irisdecora

Synonym:Evansia nepalensis

Synonym:Iris yunnanensis

Synonym:Junopsis decora

Synonym:Neubeckia decora

Synonym:Neubeckia sulcata

Height

Spacing
under 6 in. (15 cm)
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Hardiness
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Sun Exposure
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)
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)

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
Lavender
Medium Purple

Other details

Propagation Methods

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

Bloom Time

Awards (if applicable)

Foliage Color

Bloom Characteristics

Water Requirements

Where to Grow