Iris douglasiana 'Canyon Snow'

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

Plant Size:
1-2 feet
Landscape/Garden Uses:
Mixed plantings
Flowering Season:
Spring

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

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

Iris douglasiana forms compact clumps with evergreen, arching leaves.'Canyon Snow' is an outstanding selection by Dara Emery of Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, with broad, exceptionally shiny green leaves and branched stems of large, pure white blossoms with yellow markings. Sun or part shade, reasonably well drained soil, moderate to little watering when established.