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Perennials · MCH exam plant
Bearded Iris
Iris germanica
EYE-ris jer-MAN-ih-ka
Perennial
Key ID features
Sword-shaped leaves, ruffled flowers with fuzzy 'beard', rhizomatous
| Botanical name | Iris germanica |
|---|---|
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Iris |
| Category | Perennials |
| USDA hardiness zones | 3a–9a |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Water | Low |
| Native to New England | No |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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