Drink Your Tea Siberian iris
Iris sibirica 'Drink Your Tea'
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size2 to 4 feet tall8 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Orange
Attracts
Notes
'Drink Your Tea' Siberian iris (Iris sibirica 'Drink Your Tea') is a perennial for borders, butterfly gardens, and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil. The orange-brown and pale apricot blooms have yellow-gold tones and yellow veining. Flowers open in spring and summer, and butterflies visit them. The strap-like green leaves stand upright and look good all season.
Pairs well with Dr. Alexander Fleming peony, Carlton daffodil, and Shrub rose.