Description
Copper Iris (Iris fulva), also called Red Iris, is a hardy perennial native to the southern and central U.S. that reaches about 3 feet tall and lights up wetlands, marshes, and stream banks with its striking copper‑red to deep red, fleur‑de‑lis‑shaped blooms from late spring through early summer.
This beardless iris thrives in moist to wet soils—even standing water up to 6 inches deep—while its bright green, sword‑shaped leaves stay lush through winter if kept damp. Loved by hummingbirds and bees, it spreads via rhizomes into elegant clumps without running wild, making it low‑maintenance in rich organic soil with just a bit of thinning.
Perfect for rain gardens and boosting local ecosystems.
