Iris fulva

Copper Iris

In late spring, beardless, crestless, deep copper flowers bloom. The flowers are attractive to and are pollinated by hummingbirds. The leaves are bright green and sword shaped; they remain attractive all season long.

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Height
24-36 Inches

Spread
12-24 Inches

Bloom/Seasonal Color
Red

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Good Companions

Marsh Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata), Rose Mallow (Hibiscus lasiocarpos), Joe Pye Weed (Eupatorium purpureum), Golden Ragwort (Packera aureus)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation

•

OBL

Nature Attracting

•	Hummingbird

Root

•	Rhizomes
•	Fibrous

Season of Interest

•	Mid (May-June)
•	Early (Feb-Apr)

Soil Moisture

•	High
•	Moderate

Special Uses

•

Bog

Sun Exposure

•	Full Sun
•	Medium Sun/Average Shade

USFS MO Ecological Map

•	Mississippi Aluvial Basin

Wildlife Benefit

•	Food/Birds
•	Cover