Caesar's Brother Siberian Iris
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Plant Information | |
Common Name | Caesar's Brother Siberian Iris |
Botanical Name | Iris siberica 'Caesar's Brother' |
Description | |
Plant Type | Perennial |
Mature Height | 3 to 4 ft |
Mature Width | 2 to 3 ft |
Growth Habit | Spreading |
Bloom Color | Deep Purple |
Bloom Interest | Showy |
Bloom Period | May |
Seasonal Interest | Spring |
Foliage Color | Green |
Foliage Type | Simple |
Fall Color | Yellow |
Attributes | Clay Soil, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Resistant, Wet Soil |
Attracts Butterflies | Yes |
Attracts Birds | No |
Care | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 to 8 |
Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
Water Preference | Wet,Moist,Well-drained |
Maintenance Level | Low |
Cost | Moderate |
Watering Notes | Siberian Iris should never dry out completely. They benefit from a good layer of mulch to hold in the moisture. Supplement water during drought conditions. |
Fertilize Notes | Use a balanced fertilizer like 10-10-10 or 14-14-14 in spring. |
Prune Notes | Deadhead as needed. |