Grand Canyon Sunset iris
Iris 'Grand Canyon Sunset'
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
'Grand Canyon Sunset' iris (Iris 'Grand Canyon Sunset') 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 spring and again in summer. Butterflies visit the flowers. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits.
Pairs well with Royal Storm iris, Columbine, and Meadow rue.