Gladwyn Iris
Iris foetidissima
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A semi-evergreen perennial iris with narrow, strap-like foliage and small purple-brown flowers, grown primarily for its showy clusters of bright orange-red seeds that persist through fall and winter. Extremely tough and adaptable, thriving in difficult sites with minimal maintenance.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Western and Central Europe
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
'Citrina' features pale yellow flowers and is prized for softer color; the species form is most valued for its dramatic red seed display.
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A semi-evergreen perennial iris with narrow, strap-like foliage and small purple-brown flowers, grown primarily for its showy clusters of bright orange-red seeds that persist through fall and winter. Extremely tough and adaptable, thriving in difficult sites with minimal maintenance.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Gladwyn Iris grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Western and Central Europe
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
'Citrina' features pale yellow flowers and is prized for softer color; the species form is most valued for its dramatic red seed display.