species 4,029 observations

Fringed Iris

Iris japonica

Field notes

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Ground covers
Light: Part shade Dappled shade
Moisture: Dry Well drained Moist
Soil: Sand Loam Clay
Soil pH: Acid Neutral Alkaline
Drought tolerant: Yes
Deer resistant: Yes
Resists: Rabbits
Habit: Arching Clumping Spreading
Plant type: Ground cover Herbaceous perennial

From NC State Extension.