Iris 'Snow Queen'

Iris 'Snow Queen': A Pure Presence in the Spring Border

Elegant and serene, Iris 'Snow Queen' offers glistening white blooms touched with a hint of icy blue at the base, standing tall above slender, upright foliage. Blooming in late spring, this Siberian iris brings a sense of calm and clarity to the garden, its crisp colour and refined form perfectly suited to sophisticated, sunlit plantings.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 75–90 cm
• Spread: 45–60 cm, upright and clump-forming
• Flower Colour: Pure white with pale blue accents at the base of the falls
• Flowering Period: Late spring to early summer
• Foliage: Narrow, upright green leaves; fine-textured and grass-like
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to light part shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates clay and heavier soils with adequate moisture

Uses and Benefits: Iris 'Snow Queen' shines in borders, moist meadows, and alongside water features, where its cool colour palette enhances soft planting schemes. Its clean white blooms act as a visual pause among bolder tones, and the tidy clumps offer season-long texture even after flowering. Especially effective when repeated in a border or naturalized with other moisture-loving perennials.

Companion Plants: Pair Iris 'Snow Queen' with Primula 'Crescendo Pure White' for a harmonious echo of tone and early interest. Introduce Deschampsia 'Northern Lights' for silvery variegated foliage that complements the iris’s bloom and lightens the planting. Add Geranium 'Album', whose soft white flowers and trailing habit weave beautifully around the base, uniting the planting with gentle texture.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained soil. Water during dry spells, especially in summer. Remove spent flower stalks and tidy foliage in fall. Divide clumps every 3–4 years in early spring to rejuvenate and maintain flowering.

History: Iris 'Snow Queen' is a refined Siberian iris bred for its luminous white colour and garden reliability. Its cool palette, strong bloom habit, and ease of culture have made it a treasured choice for both traditional and contemporary garden designs.

Final Thoughts: Glowing with quiet grace, Iris 'Snow Queen' brings a crisp, calming presence to moist, sunlit plantings—an enduring choice for gardeners seeking light, elegance, and lasting texture.