Blue Moon Siberian iris

Iris sibirica 'Blue Moon'

PerennialIridaceae

Blue Moon Siberian iris
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantDrought tolerant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall12 to 24 inches wide
Growth rate
Moderate
Habit
Clumping
Bloom season
Spring, summer
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay, chalk
Soil pH
Acid, neutral

Garden uses

BorderContainerLow maintenanceShade garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirds

Notes

'Blue Moon' Siberian iris (Iris sibirica 'Blue Moon') is a perennial for borders, containers, and low maintenance gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet soil of most types. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first. It forms a clumping mound that grows 24 to 36 inches tall. Butterflies and hummingbirds visit the blooms.

Pairs well with Brookside crane's-bill, Lady's mantle, and Roma greater masterwort.