Water Wise Plants

EYE-riss

Pacific Coast Iris ‘Canyon Snow’

Bulb

Flower stems reach 8 in. to 24 in. high

Low: water every three weeks until the root ball is wet

Full to half sun

White

There are many hybrids of Pacific Coast iris, some of which are very showy. Flower colors available include white, blue, pink, copper, brown, maroon, and violet. The flowers appear in the spring. The cultivar ‘Canyon Snow’ is said to tolerate full sun better than many other California native irises, as well as being more vigorous and floriferous. UC Davis has included this cultivar on the Arboretum All-Stars list.

Master Gardeners have found that Pacific Coast irises seem to prefer part shade and low to moderate water. Native irises are useful under oaks, in woodland gardens, and in meadows.