Red Rider iris
Iris 'Red Rider'
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
'Red Rider' iris (Iris 'Red Rider') 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, sandy or loamy soil. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. The fragrant flowers attract butterflies. They open in early to late spring and early to late summer.
Pairs well with Hardy geranium, White lace flower, and Stonecrop.