Iris 'Paprikash'

If you're looking to add some sweet spice to your border and flaunt a flash of on-trend copper tone, Iris sibirica 'Paprikash' should be on your shopping list! The lower petals (falls) are a captivating cinnamon with a subtle hint of purple and a spritz of gold for a rich exotic feel. The upper petals (standards) echo the mauve falls with their creamy lilac tones. The flowers of this luxurious Siberian iris are a full, dreamy colour combination in themselves, but also team amazingly well with purple, pink, orange, red, blue and yellow varieties. Flowering between May and June above a grassy clump of foliage, this special variety enjoys a sunny spot in preferably moist (but not waterlogged) rich soil. Reaching a height of 75cm, this is perfect for a mid-border position. Easy to grow Iris sibirica 'Paprikash' should be planted in spring and will naturalise happily is the right conditions.