A California native iris with blue-purple, violet, or yellow flowers and narrow, evergreen foliage that thrives in dry, sunny conditions. Excellent for drought-tolerant gardens and coastal landscapes.
Overview
Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
1.5–2.5′ tall × 1–1.5′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
Zone 8aZone 10b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 8a to Zone 10b
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
Spring
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
early successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
California native
Native to: California
Function & Care
erosion controlwildlife benefit
Establishment & Care
Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, division
Notable Cultivars
Pacific Coast Hybrid irises are the most widely grown group, available in lavender, gold, and bicolor forms and bred for improved vigor and extended color range beyond the parent species.
