Dauntless iris
Iris 'Dauntless'
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
Attracts
Notes
'Dauntless' iris (Iris 'Dauntless') is a perennial for borders, cottage gardens, cut flowers, and accents. 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. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. It grows 24 to 36 inches tall and blooms in spring and again in summer. Butterflies visit the flowers.
Pairs well with Peony, Columbine, and Miss Kim lilac.