What are good flowers to plant with Iris?

Answer 1

Iris look good with any of the following, which have similar care requirements. The flowering times may vary a little depending on your climate:

If the iris are summer flowering:

roses - white, pink or a mix of the two, or pale yellow.

dianthus

gypsophila

marigolds - pale varietes

petunias - white, pink, pale yellow

If spring flowering try these and also the ones in bold above:

alyssum

candytuft

daisies

poppies - subtle or pinky colors

violas

Another answer:

Daylillies, spider lillies, calli lillies, elephant ears (dwarfs) , gladiolus, hydrangeas, hybiscus, sedum, all compliment iris' , but remember that the iris will bloom the shortest. dutch and Japanese iris will bloom longer.

Answer 2

Good flowers to plant with Iris include peonies, daylilies, echinacea, and black-eyed Susans. These flowers complement Iris well in terms of color, height, and bloom time, creating a visually pleasing garden bed. Make sure to plant them in well-draining soil and in an area that receives plenty of sunlight.