Iris Douglasiana
Douglas Iris
Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
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Overall Mature Size | Small |
Mature Height & Spread | 18" x 36" |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
Water | Medium, Low Water |
Flower Color | Lavender, Blue |
Bloom Time | Spring |
Special Features | Coastal Conditions, Deer Resistant, Low Water Use, Shade Tolerant |
Container Sizes | #1 |
Natural Growth Habit | Clumping |
Sunset Garden Zones | 4-9, 14-24 |
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 7-9 |
Plant Type | Perennial |
Iris Douglasiana known as the Douglas Iris is a California native perennial. It’s a vigorous growing plant that forms 18 inch tall by 36 inches wide clumps of arching evergreen leaves. Lavender blue to near white flowers appear in spring on 2 foot tall stems. Most Iris douglasiana are entirely blue. They are best planted in full sun to light shade on the coast and in light shade in the warmer inland areas. They require occasional water.