Iris sibirica 'Silver Edge'

Siberian flag iris, Iris sibirica, is a rhizomatous perennial, producing small, delicate flowers and narrow, bright green foliage. Flower petals are purple with white and yellow markings.

Iris sibirica 'Silver Edge' bears purple blooms with white edged petals from mid- to late-spring. It makes an excellent cut flower. For best results grow Iris sibirica 'Silver Edge' in moist soil, or next to water such as at the edge of a pond, in full sun or partial shade. Divide clumps from midsummer to early autumn. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit.