Iris sibirica 'Summer Sky'

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Siberian irisBog, Bulb, Marginal, Perennial, Pond, EvergreenFamily: Iridaceae

Flower colour:

Blue

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front

Soil

Prefers rich soil:

Acidic / Boggy / Clay / Heavy / Moist

Siberian flag iris, Iris sibirica, produces small, delicate flowers and narrow, bright green foliage. Flower petals are purple with white and yellow markings. It makes an excellent cut flower.

Iris sibirica 'Summer Sky' is a compact Siberian iris, bearing small, delicate, lilac flowers.

For best results grow Iris sibirica 'Summer Sky' in moist soil, or next to water such as at the edge of a pond, in full sun. Divide clumps from midsummer to early autumn.

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Iris ‘Summer sky’ and wildlife

Iris ‘Summer sky’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Iris ‘Summer sky’ poisonous?

Iris ‘Summer sky’ can be toxic.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is known to attract People

People

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

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