Tuscan Summer iris

Iris 'Tuscan Summer'

Iridaceae

Tuscan Summer iris
Rabbit-resistantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
Size2 to 4 feet tall12 to 24 inches wide
Bloom season
Spring
Bloom color
Burgundy

Notes

'Tuscan Summer' iris (Iris 'Tuscan Summer') is a perennial with fragrant, ruffled burgundy flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun. It blooms in early to late spring, and the falls have bright yellow accents around mustard yellow beards. It is not a favorite of rabbits, though hungry rabbits will eat almost anything. Divide the clumps every two to three years just after blooming.

Pairs well with Blush peony, Blue grama, and Garlic chives.