Deep violet-blue flowers on 36″ plants. An easy to grow classic. Prefers a moist, rich soil in full sun, but is tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions. Attractive to butterflies. Deer and rabbit resistant. Botanical Name- Iris sib Caesar’s Brother Pronunciation- EYE-riss sib Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Evenly moist, well drained Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Violet Bloom Time- May – June Companion Plants- Astilbe ‘Fanal’ – moist soil synergy, red vs purple Fauna Attracted- Bees, hummingbirds (on select species), swallowtail butterflies Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP4 Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back foliage after it yellows; divide clumps every few years and fertilize in spring. Trimming Instructions- Remove spent flower stalks after blooming. Cut back foliage in fall. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a low-nitrogen, higher phosphate fertilizer (e.g., 5-10-10) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Avoid soggy clay by mixing in coarse amendments. Fertilizer Recommendation- Bulb-tone Possible Issues- Iris borer, bacterial soft rot, leaf spot
