Iris 'Ira Nelson'

Louisiana hybrid iris

Family	Iridaceae
Plant Type	herbaceous perennial
Zone	USDA: 6a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H2 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level
Height	85 - 95 cm (3 ft)
Spread	0.6 - 1 m (2 - 3 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	The herbaceous perennial Iris 'Ira Nelson' (Louisiana hybrid iris) bears showy blooms during mid-spring to early summer. The foliage is matte and medium in texture.
Typical Uses	Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, bog, border, container, cut flowers and pond.
Special Characteristics	Hummingbirds are attracted to Iris 'Ira Nelson' . Iris 'Ira Nelson' is tolerant of wet sites.