Iris, African iridioides

Winter hardy to USDA Zones 9-11 where plants may easily be grown in moist, moderately fertile, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. In colder zones, plants may be grown as annuals (rhizomes may be dug up before first fall frost for overwinter storage in peat or vermiculite at 45F) or in containers that may be overwintered indoors. Best flowering occurs in full sun, but plants may appreciate some part light afternoon shade.