Iris Sibirica 'Gull's Wing'
Gull's Wing Siberian Iris, Siberian Iris
Iris sibirica ‘Gull’s Wing’ — commonly called Siberian iris — is an elegant clump-forming perennial noted for its pure white flowers with subtle yellow markings at the base of the falls, blooming in late spring to early summer above slender upright blue-green foliage. The clean white blooms create a bright, graceful effect in borders and moist garden settings, while the fine-textured foliage remains attractive throughout the season.
Type: Perennial
Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in.
Height: 30–36 in.
USDA Zones: 3a–8b
Form: Upright, clumping
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Average to moist, well-drained soil; adaptable to loam and clay
Water: Medium; prefers consistent moisture during active growth
Wildlife: Deer resistant; attracts butterflies
Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for perennial borders, rain gardens, pond edges, and mass plantings. The white flowers brighten mixed plantings and pair well with purple, blue, and pastel companions.
Care: Water regularly during dry periods, especially in spring and early summer. Divide clumps every 4–5 years in early spring or late summer if flowering declines. Remove old foliage in late fall or early spring.
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Height
- 30-36''
- Width
- 18-24"
- Hardiness zones
- 3–8
- Sunlight
- Full Sun, Partial Shade
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Bloom time
- Early Summer, Summer
- Flower color
- White
- Leaf color
- Green
- Fall color
- Dark Green, Green
- Attracts
- Butterflies
- Soil
- Clay, Highly Adaptable, Moist well-drained, Tolerant of Clay
- Landscape use
- Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting
- Shape
- Clumping, Upright
- Fragrant
- Yes
- Deer resistant
- Yes
- Drought tolerant
- No