Jewelled Crown Siberian iris
Iris sibirica 'Jewelled Crown'
USDA zones3 to 9
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
Attracts
Notes
'Jewelled Crown' Siberian iris (Iris sibirica 'Jewelled Crown') is a perennial for borders 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. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by. The clumps grow 24 to 36 inches tall and widen to 12 to 24 inches.
Pairs well with Brookside crane's-bill, Lady's mantle, and Royal fern.