'Purring Tiger' Siberian Iris Iris sibirica
Exposure
- Part Sun to Sun
Flower Season
- Summer
Mature Size
Height: 18" - 20"
Spread: 18" - 2'
Height: 46cm - 51cm
Spread: 46cm - 61cm
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18 - 20 Inches18 - 24 Inches18 - 24 Inches46cm - 51cm46cm - 61cm46cm - 61cm
Features
Dusty lavender flowers sit above golden yellow petals. The golden yellow petals are lined with purple veining that matches the heart of the flower. 'Purring Tiger' is compact for Siberian Iris, standing about a foot and half tall.
Attracts:BeesHummingbirdsResists:DeerRabbitsCharacteristics
Plant Type:PerennialHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:18 - 20 Inches 46cm - 51cmSpacing:18 - 24 Inches 46cm - 61cmSpread:18 - 24 Inches 46cm - 61cmFlower Colors:PurpleFlower Colors:YellowFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:GreenHabit:UprightContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:Part Sun to SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:Early SummerHardiness Zones:3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9bWater Category:AverageUses:Border PlantUses:ContainerUses:Cut FlowerUses Notes:They can be grown under Black Walnut trees since they are not effected by juglone.
Maintenance Notes:Expect this midseason bloomer to roar to life as it flowers in early summer.
Siberian irises are haled for their elegant, delicate flowers and disease resistance. They perform admirably in the sunny to partially shady garden, but need plenty of water throughout the season to continue looking their best.
