Above The Clouds iris
Iris 'Above The Clouds'
USDA zones3 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
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Notes
'Above The Clouds' iris (Iris 'Above The Clouds') is a perennial for borders, cottage gardens, cut flowers, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist, sandy or loamy soil. It grows 24 to 36 inches tall and blooms in early to late spring and again in early to late summer. Butterflies visit the flowers. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by.
Pairs well with Columbine, Paul Scherer tulip, and Incrediball Blush smooth hydrangea.