Northwest Blooms · Bulbs
Iris reticulata ‘Harmony’
Harmony Dwarf Iris
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Height
- 6-8 inches
- Width
- 3-6 inches
- Flower color
- Deep purple with white and yellow markings
- Foliage color
- Green, slender, grass-like leaves
- Bloom time
- Late winter to early spring
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Regular watering during the growing season
- Maintenance
- Low
- Growing zone
- 5-9
- Wildlife
- Attracts bees and butterflies
About this plant
Iris reticulata 'Harmony' is a charming dwarf iris cultivar known for its striking deep purple flowers with white and yellow markings. Growing up to 6-8 inches in height, it forms clumps of slender, grass-like leaves. Blooming in late winter to early spring, 'Harmony' adds a vibrant pop of color to gardens. This low-maintenance perennial is suitable for rock gardens, borders, and containers, and attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Under Trees · Rock Gardens · Containers
Companion plants
Daylilies · Japanese anemones · Bleeding hearts · Catmint · Heucheras · Lady's mantle
Design tip
Flowers in the quietest months make this worth a sheltered spot within sight of a window or door. Plant in generous groups rather than single spots, and set them among perennials whose new growth covers the fading foliage.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
