|
|
[2nd Image]
|
 |
|
|
| Category: Bulb |
| Family: Iridaceae (Irises) |
| Origin: California (U.S.A.) |
| Flower Color: Yellow |
| Bloomtime: Spring |
| Height: 1-2 feet |
| Width: 2-3 feet |
| Exposure: Cool Sun/Light Shade |
| Deer Tolerant: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: <15° F |
|
|
|
|
Iris PCH hybrid 'Joey' (Pacific Coast Hybrid Iris) - This very vigorous Pacific Coast Iris is a good grower and heavy bloomer with brownish-yellow flowers with maroon red markings. The clumps of tough evergreen foliage grow to 18 inches and spread to 2-3 feet. Flowers in spring. The flowers of this cultivar are smaller than many other hybids but the flower color and vigor of the plant make up for this. As with other Pacific Coast Hybrid Iris, plant in a light acidic soil in full sun (coastal only), light shade, morning or late afternoon shade and water sparingly in coastal areas and more regularly inland. Plants are hardy to 15-20 degrees F or slightly lower for short duration. Transplanting or dividing and replanting should be done in December. In heavy alkaline conditions that are often found in southern California soils the addition of peat moss or soil sulfur is recommended, and with very heavy soils gypsum is added.
This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Iris PCH 'Joey' .
|
| |
|
|
|
