milky iris
Iris lactea
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
Milky iris (Iris lactea) 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 dry to moist, sandy or loamy soil. It blooms in early to late spring and again in early to late summer. The flowers are fragrant, and the plant tolerates salt.
Pairs well with Sedge, Little Beauty tulip, Compass plant, and Indian grass.