Douglas iris

Douglas Iris is an herbaceous perennial that grows 1-2′ tall and will spread and self sow.

It can grow in dry shade under oaks.  Other uses include planting in a container, rock gardens, slopes, massing together to form dense clumps. Combine with woodland strawberry.

The large dark purple flowers (occasionally white, rarely yellow) are seen late winter – spring.

For a tidy look – cut off old flowers in the summer.

Lifeform: Perennial

Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade

Water: Dry, Light, Moderate

Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand

Other: Attracts Bees, Attracts Birds, Deer Resistant