Maid Of Orange iris

Iris 'Maid Of Orange'

PerennialIridaceae

Maid Of Orange iris
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantDrought tolerant
USDA zones3 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall
Bloom season
Spring, summer
Soil types
Sand, loam
Soil pH
Acid, neutral

Garden uses

AccentBorderContainerCottage gardenCut flowerFoundationShade gardenWoodland

Attracts

Butterflies

Notes

'Maid Of Orange' iris (Iris 'Maid Of Orange') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, and cottage gardens. 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 12 to 24 inches tall and blooms in early to late spring and again in early to late summer. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by. Butterflies visit the flowers.

Pairs well with Iris, Columbine, and Mount Hood daffodil.