Iris pseudata 'Yarai' ('Night Thunder')

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Iris pseudata 'Yarai' ('Night Thunder')

Common Name: Pseudata Iris

One of the first pseudatas to bloom! This tall plant will bring height to your garden with a unique peach blend flowers that have deep purple veining. The standards have more deep purple coloring. Prominent yellow signal. From our trials, we have observed excellent vigor and healthy foliage compared to other Iris of its class.

Pseudata Iris are a cross between Iris pseudocorus and Iris ensata ("pseudata" is combination of both names) and we are pleased to finally be able to offer this unique type of Iris. Look for more in the future!

Height:

26.0-30.0 Inches

Spread:

44.0-48.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

4,5,6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

Peach shades Multicolored

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Average Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Early Summer

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Hummingbirds

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Cottage Eclectic Rain Garden Woodland Shade

Other Features:

Border Plant Cut Flower Mass Planting Specimen Focal Point

Origin:

Not Native to North America

Iris pseudata grows best in moist soils and sun. Although it tolerates part shade, plant in full sun for best performance. This plant will do very well in standing water, such as water or rain gardens, as well as normal gardening conditions.

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