Lemon Duet iris
Iris 'Lemon Duet'
USDA zones3 to 10
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size2.5 to 3 feet tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- White edged with lemon yellow
Garden uses
Notes
'Lemon Duet' iris (Iris 'Lemon Duet') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, cottage gardens, 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 soil. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. White blooms edged with lemon yellow open in early to late spring and again in early to late summer. Plants reach 30 to 36 inches tall.
Pairs well with Fragrant Bouquet hosta, Ice Follies daffodil, Little Hottie panicle hydrangea, and Sensitive fern.