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Iris 'Blue Duke'

Family Iridaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 0.8 - 1 m (2.5 - 3 ft)
Spread 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Iris 'Blue Duke' (Louisiana hybrid iris) bears showy and bright yellow blossoms during early spring to late spring. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has medium green foliage that is matte and medium textured. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning herbaceous perennial which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, bog, border, container, cut flowers, pond and specimen.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds to your garden. Iris 'Blue Duke' tolerates wet sites.