Iris 'Flight of Butterflies'
Siberian iris (syn. Iris sibirica)
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: May and June
- Hardiness: fully hardy
A delicate iris with numerous small flowers that have mid blue-violet standards and white-blue veined falls. The flowers are produced in late spring and early summer above low, narrow foliage. A beautiful Siberian iris that is perfect for providing vertical interest for a sunny waterside planting with well-drained, fertile soil. - Garden care: Plant in soil that has been improved with well-rotted manure or garden compost and do not allow to dry out, particularly as the plant is getting established. If planted in a container, it will need dividing and repotting every couple of years in spring.
- Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten