Wentworth reticulated iris

Garden uses

Notes

'Wentworth' reticulated iris (Iris reticulata 'Wentworth') is a bulb for borders, containers, rock gardens, and naturalized drifts. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun. Erect, fragrant flowers open pansy violet with a yellow central stripe in early to late spring. It is also drought tolerant. It sits low on the menu for deer.

Pairs well with Snowdrop, Foam flower, and Japanese forest grass.