Tall Bearded Iris 'Lacy Snowflake'

Iris

Family
Iridaceae (eye-rid-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Iris (EYE-ris)
Synonym
Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 3a: to -39.9 °C (-40 °F)
USDA Zone 3b: to -37.2 °C (-35 °F)
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Danger
Full Sun
Bloom Color
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Foliage
White/Near White
Class
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Bloom Time
Sun Exposure
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Non-patented
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
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Other Details
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Propagation Methods
Herbaceous
Seed Collecting
Soil pH requirements
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Patent Information
Awards (if applicable)
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Perennials
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Seed Collecting
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Fruit Shape
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Fruit Colors
Growing Habit
Days to Maturity
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Disease Resistance
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Where to Grow
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Propagation Methods
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Tall Bearded (TB)
Seed Type
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
Awards (if applicable)
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Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
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Color Pattern
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Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Early midseason (EM)
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Disease Resistance
Fruit Usage
Classification
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Lancaster, Kentucky

Salvisa, Kentucky

Durham, Maine

Windsor Mill, Maryland

Reno, Nevada

Brookline, New Hampshire

Belfield, North Dakota

Lima, Ohio

Ponca City, Oklahoma

Salem, Oregon

Greeneville, Tennessee

Madison, Wisconsin

Shell Lake, Wisconsin

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Gardener's Notes:

4
positives
1
neutral
0
negative
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H
Shell Lake, WI | June 2017 | positive

Very nice white iris and a vigorous grower. This is a reliable bloomer- and has stood the test of time.

J
McLean, VA (Zone 6b) | June 2009 | neutral

Absolutely stunning blooms, but mine didn't stay upright. It's gorgeous anyway.

S
Lancaster, KY | January 2007 | positive

Perfection in white! These are the most enormous blooms of the purest white with ruffled edges -- stunning!! Largest blooms I've ever ...Read More

A
Brookline, NH | June 2003 | positive

This iris is planted in sandy soil that receives a whole day
of sun yet it thrives with gigantic beautiful blooms on 3 foot
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A
Pylesville, MD (Zone 6b) | November 2002 | positive

This wonderful rebloomer withstands a variety of weather conditions. Multiple division produced each year.

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