Iris PCH ‘Purple’ | Purple Pacifc Coast Hybrid Iris
DESCRIPTION
Iris PCH 'Purple' is a Pacific Coast Hybrid Iris renowned for its vibrant purple flowers and adaptability to various garden settings. This perennial, part of the Iridaceae family, adds a pop of color in spring and early summer with its deep purple petals adorned with intricate markings, sometimes including hints of white or yellow. The blooms, about 3-4 inches across, appear on slender, upright stems and attract bees and butterflies. Its narrow, sword-shaped dark green leaves provide a striking backdrop and remain attractive throughout the growing season. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, 'Purple' is versatile, ideal for borders, rock gardens, containers, and mixed perennial beds, making it a great choice for small garden spaces and pollinator gardens.
DESCRIPTION
Iris PCH 'Purple' is a Pacific Coast Hybrid Iris renowned for its vibrant purple flowers and adaptability to various garden settings. This perennial, part of the Iridaceae family, adds a pop of color in spring and early summer with its deep purple petals adorned with intricate markings, sometimes including hints of white or yellow. The blooms, about 3-4 inches across, appear on slender, upright stems and attract bees and butterflies. Its narrow, sword-shaped dark green leaves provide a striking backdrop and remain attractive throughout the growing season. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, 'Purple' is versatile, ideal for borders, rock gardens, containers, and mixed perennial beds, making it a great choice for small garden spaces and pollinator gardens.
DESCRIPTION
Iris PCH 'Purple' is a Pacific Coast Hybrid Iris renowned for its vibrant purple flowers and adaptability to various garden settings. This perennial, part of the Iridaceae family, adds a pop of color in spring and early summer with its deep purple petals adorned with intricate markings, sometimes including hints of white or yellow. The blooms, about 3-4 inches across, appear on slender, upright stems and attract bees and butterflies. Its narrow, sword-shaped dark green leaves provide a striking backdrop and remain attractive throughout the growing season. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, 'Purple' is versatile, ideal for borders, rock gardens, containers, and mixed perennial beds, making it a great choice for small garden spaces and pollinator gardens.
-
Family: Iridaceae
Height: 12-18 inches
Width: 12-24 inches
Foliage Color: Dark green
Flower Color: Deep purple
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Moderate, prefers well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low
Growing Zones: USDA zones 6-9
Wildlife Attractors: Bees, butterfliesThis plant can be seen at Bloedel Reserve.
