About
Sisyrinchium iridioides, iris-leaved sisyrinchium, is an ornamental, rhizomatous perennial producing broader, iris-like leaves and the characteristic star-shaped flowers of the genus. A rewarding blue-eyed grass for a sunny, well-drained border or rock garden.
About the genus
Sisyrinchium are annuals or rhizomatous perennials forming clumps of narrowly sword-shaped leaves with erect stems carrying star-shaped or bell-shaped flowers in spring or summer. Excellent plants for a sunny, well-drained border or rock garden.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.