Iris 'Canyon Velvet'

Common Name:
Pacifica hybrid iris
Plant Type:
Evergreen perennial
Family:
Iridaceae (The Iris Family)
Geographic Origin:
California
California Native?:
Yes

Plant Size:
18 inches high
Landscape/Garden Uses:
Mixed plantings
Flowering Season:
Spring

Flower Color:
Purple
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Well-drained soil

Suggested Irrigation:
Moderate to little watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 15 degrees F. or less

'Canyon Velvet' is a Pacifica iris selection from the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, forming robust clumps to 18 inches. Rich purple flowers show up well against medium green leaves and are abundant in spring. Sun or part shade, reasonably well drained soil, moderate to little watering when established. Hardy to 15 degrees F. or less.