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Iris sibirica Papillon

Siberian Iris

Light blue, butterfly-like flowers are showy with their sky-blue falls and yellow and white markings near the throat.

  • »  Light blue, butterfly-like blooms on sturdy stems
  • »  Sky-blue falls with yellow and white markings near the throat
  • »  Seed pods, 5-8 cm long remain on the stalks throughout the winter
  • »  Upright, slender, bright green foliage
  • »  Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

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Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Low Maintenance
• Seed
• Juglan Tolerant
Flowering Time
• Lt. Spr-Sum
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Woodland/woods edge
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Iris sibirica 'Papillon'

Iris sibirica's bloom time falls between germanica and ensata cultivars.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Iris sibirica 'Papillon'

Iris sibirica grows best in a moist to average, well-drained soil, in full sun to partial shade. Can tolerate drier conditions than other iris species.