Coastal Iris (Iris Atropurpurea) is a perennial bulb in the Iridaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Iris atropurpurea is a rhizomatous perennial native to Israel and Palestine, known for its large velvety dark purple to black flowers and glaucous, sickle-shaped leaves.
Coastal Iris
Iris Atropurpurea
Iris atropurpurea is a rhizomatous perennial native to Israel and Palestine, known for its large velvety dark purple to black flowers and glaucous, sickle-shaped leaves.
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