George iris
Iris histrioides 'George'
A.M.-B.C. 1974, F.C.C.-B.C. 1976, Jubileumgetuigschrift 2010
USDA zones5 to 8
Size6 inches tall
- Bloom color
- Dark violet
Notes
'George' iris (Iris histrioides 'George') is a bulb for borders, rock gardens, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). The flowers are dark violet. The standards are plum purple, and the falls are somewhat darker with dark purple veins. Each fall has a yellow blotch on a whitish ground with purple stripes. The plant stands about 6 inches tall.
Pairs well with Snowdrop, Autumn fern, and Evelyn rose.