Rosalie Figge iris
Iris 'Rosalie Figge'
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
- Violet with yellow throat
Garden uses
Notes
'Rosalie Figge' iris (Iris 'Rosalie Figge') 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. Its violet blooms have a yellow throat and open in early to late spring and again in early to late summer.
Pairs well with August Moon hosta, Ice Follies daffodil, and Limelight Prime panicle hydrangea.