Iris sibirica 'Joyce Cole' | Joyce Cole Siberian Iris
DESCRIPTION
Iris sibirica 'Joyce Cole' features creamy white flowers with subtle green veins, providing a soft and elegant addition to any garden. Blooming in late spring to early summer, this Siberian iris offers a refined color palette ideal for borders, water gardens, and cut flower arrangements. The ruffled petals create an appealing visual texture, while the plant's strong stems hold the blooms upright for a lasting floral display.
Originating from the wetlands and meadows of Eurasia, 'Joyce Cole' thrives in moist, well-drained soils and is known for its adaptability to a variety of conditions, from wet to dry. The plant’s compact growth habit, combined with its excellent foliage, ensures that it maintains interest even after flowering. This cultivar is particularly appreciated for its resilience and its ability to brighten garden spaces throughout the blooming season.
DESCRIPTION
Iris sibirica 'Joyce Cole' features creamy white flowers with subtle green veins, providing a soft and elegant addition to any garden. Blooming in late spring to early summer, this Siberian iris offers a refined color palette ideal for borders, water gardens, and cut flower arrangements. The ruffled petals create an appealing visual texture, while the plant's strong stems hold the blooms upright for a lasting floral display.
Originating from the wetlands and meadows of Eurasia, 'Joyce Cole' thrives in moist, well-drained soils and is known for its adaptability to a variety of conditions, from wet to dry. The plant’s compact growth habit, combined with its excellent foliage, ensures that it maintains interest even after flowering. This cultivar is particularly appreciated for its resilience and its ability to brighten garden spaces throughout the blooming season.
DESCRIPTION
Iris sibirica 'Joyce Cole' features creamy white flowers with subtle green veins, providing a soft and elegant addition to any garden. Blooming in late spring to early summer, this Siberian iris offers a refined color palette ideal for borders, water gardens, and cut flower arrangements. The ruffled petals create an appealing visual texture, while the plant's strong stems hold the blooms upright for a lasting floral display.
Originating from the wetlands and meadows of Eurasia, 'Joyce Cole' thrives in moist, well-drained soils and is known for its adaptability to a variety of conditions, from wet to dry. The plant’s compact growth habit, combined with its excellent foliage, ensures that it maintains interest even after flowering. This cultivar is particularly appreciated for its resilience and its ability to brighten garden spaces throughout the blooming season.
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Family: Iridaceae
Height: 24 to 30 inches
Width: 12 to 18 inches
Foliage color: Dark green, upright, sword-like leaves
Flower color: Creamy white standards and falls with green veins blending to yellow-green hafts
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Moist, well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low; remove faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts butterfliesThis plant can be seen at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
