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Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris
Iris sibirica 'Butter & Sugar'
Pronunciation: EYE-riss si-BIR-i-ka
SKU #04597
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist to wet.
SIZE:
Fast growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | One of the highest rated of the Siberian Iris! Beautiful bicolor blooms are a harmonious combination of creamy yellow and white petals, supported on stiff upright stems above refined clumps of slender green foliage. Thrives in damp soils; excellent in naturalized settings, around ponds, rain gardens, or water features. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid-spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas, Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Turtlehead (Chelone); Sedge (Carex); Masterwort (Astrantia); Bee Balm (Monarda); Joe-Pye Weed (Eupatorium); Spiderwort (Tradescantia) |
| Care Instructions | Easy and adaptable; thrives in enriched, neutral to slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Water regularly until well-established. Once established, water regularly from spring through bloom period; reduce frequency after bloom period. Remove faded foliage as new leaves emerge. Divide every 4 to 5 years in fall. |
| Lore | Siberian Iris can be grown under Black Walnut trees since they are not effected by juglone. |
Details
| Description | One of the highest rated of the Siberian Iris! Beautiful bicolor blooms are a harmonious combination of creamy yellow and white petals, supported on stiff upright stems above refined clumps of slender green foliage. Thrives in damp soils; excellent in naturalized settings, around ponds, rain gardens, or water features. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid-spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas, Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
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| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Turtlehead (Chelone); Sedge (Carex); Masterwort (Astrantia); Bee Balm (Monarda); Joe-Pye Weed (Eupatorium); Spiderwort (Tradescantia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Easy and adaptable; thrives in enriched, neutral to slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Water regularly until well-established. Once established, water regularly from spring through bloom period; reduce frequency after bloom period. Remove faded foliage as new leaves emerge. Divide every 4 to 5 years in fall. |
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History
| Lore | Siberian Iris can be grown under Black Walnut trees since they are not effected by juglone. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris produce flowers?
Mid-spring
Is Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris evergreen or deciduous?
Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris?
Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris is Easy Care, Fast Growing.
Is Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas, Black Walnut Tolerant
How fast does Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris grow?
Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris in my landscape?
Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris flowers?
Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris?
Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris?
Good companion plants for Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris include: Turtlehead (Chelone); Sedge (Carex); Masterwort (Astrantia); Bee Balm (Monarda); Joe-Pye Weed (Eupatorium); Spiderwort (Tradescantia).
How do I care for Butter & Sugar Siberian Iris?
Easy and adaptable; thrives in enriched, neutral to slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Water regularly until well-established. Once established, water regularly from spring through bloom period; reduce frequency after bloom period. Remove faded foliage as new leaves emerge. Divide every 4 to 5 years in fall.
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About Us
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.