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Iris (beardless sibirica)
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- Height 24-44 in (60-110 cm)
- Planting distance 11/2-2 ft (45-60 cm)
- Flowers early summer
- Good, moisture-retentive soil
- Sun or partial shade
- Rhizomes available late spring to early summer
- Hardy zones 3-9

The species and hybrids in this section of the rhizomatous beardless iris group are hardy and easy to cultivate, provided the soil is moisture retentive. Grow them in herbaceous borders for garden decoration and cutting, or along the edges of garden ponds. A sunny site is preferable, but these summer-flowering irises will tolerate very light shade as well.

Popular species and cultivars
Iris sibirica flowers in shades of blue with white veins on the falls. It is 24-44 in (60-110 cm) high, with a well-branched stem. Plant the rhizomes 2 ft (60 cm) apart. Hybrids come in shades of blue or white and have larger flowers. The plants reach 3 ft (90 cm) high and have less branching habit. Set the rhizomes 11/2-2 ft (45-60 cm) apart.

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