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Iris fulva (Louisiana iris, Copper iris)

Iris fulva Photo/Illustration: Alan Franz



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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Iris fulva Common Name: Louisiana iris, Copper iris Genus: Iris
This beardless, crestless iris produces blooms in midspring that are the color of terra cotta. Quick growing, with long, swordlike foliage, this plant attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, and works well in beds and borders.
 Noteworthy characteristics: Originally native to bogs, but will grow in any garden when planted near water.
 Care: Prefers very moist soil, even water gardens, ponds, streams, or bogs, but can be grown in average garden soil.
 Propagation: Division.
 Problems: No serious insect or disease problems.
Height 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.;6 in. to 12 in.
Light Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture Medium to Wet;Wet
Characteristics Attracts Butterflies; Attracts Hummingbirds
Bloom Time Early Spring; Late Spring; Spring
Flower Color Orange/ Salmon Flower; Red Flower
Style Beds and Borders, Water Garden
Seasonal Interest Spring Interest
Type Bulbs,Perennials

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