Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
The Ruffled Velvet Siberian Iris has beautiful blooms, but take a closer look, and these flowers are even more striking. Upright and drooping petals are the hallmark of an Iris, and this cultivar features petals in a deep plum hue. What really sets these blooms apart are the black and gold accents near the center of each flower. The Iris sibirica has narrow, sword-shaped leaves that emerge from the base of the plant. Enjoy the flowers from June through July, and the green foliage stays in place for the rest of the season after the blooms fade.
Grow this plant in beds borders, or create a dazzling mass planting. Butterflies are attracted to the blooms, so feature this beauty in a butterfly garden. The Siberian Iris is a clump-forming plant that is relatively low maintenance and grows as a perennial in USDA zones 4 through 8. The blooms and greenery are deer-resistant for added convenience.
Ruffled Velvet Siberian Iris Care
Plant the Ruffled Velvet Siberian Iris in full sun to partial shade. This plant needs 4 to 6 hours of sunlight each day. Soil should be neutral to slightly acidic and moist but allow for good drainage. Water this Iris weekly or when the top several inches of soil feels dry. This plant is drought-tolerant, but keeping up with watering will ensure the plant looks its best.
Fertilize using a balanced plant food in the spring before the flowers bloom. Deadhead the Ruffled Velvet Siberian Iris to maintain a tidy appearance. Propagate the plant through division in the midsummer or early fall.
Ruffled Velvet Siberian Iris Spacing
This Siberian Iris is an upright, clump-forming plant that will grow 24 to 30 inches tall and wide. Space plants as close as 22 to 28 inches to create a full and dense planting.
Ruffled Velvet Siberian Iris Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 24 - 30 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 24 - 30 Inches |
| Spacing: 24 - 30 Inches |
| Habit: Clumping, Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Purple |
| Flower Description: Deep Plum-Colored |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers |
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| Common Name: Ruffled Velvet Siberian Iris |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: IRIS SIBIRICA `RUFFLED VELVET` |
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
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Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
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This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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