Roof Iris

Iris tectorum Iridaceae

Other names

Wall Iris

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Native distribution

China

Location

Heasley Rock Garden

Source of plant

Rice Creek Gardens, Betty Miller

Description

Standards are clear lilac, the falls prettily crinkled with darker veining and white crest. Evergreen. Plants 12" tall, 12" wide.

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

notable texture