Blue Flag Iris
Blue Flag Iris (Iris versicolor)
A graceful, sword-leaved plant similar to the garden iris, with showy, down-curved, violet, boldly veined sepals. A stately addition to wet meadows, pond edges, and marshy areas. Prefering full sun acidic conditions, though will tolerate part shade. It can also be planted in pots in the shallows of an artificial pond.
The name “flag” is from the middle English flagge, meaning “rush” or “reed.”
Height: 1-3ft
Bloom period: early summer (May-July)
Exposure: full sun to part sun
Moisture: moist to wet
Native Habitat: wet meadows, pond/riparian edges, marshy areas
Wildlife: attracts hummingbirds & bees
PRODUCT INFO
Several violet-blue flowers with attractively veined and yellow-based sepals are on a sturdy stalk among tall sword-like leaves.
RETURN & REFUND POLICY
At the Greenery, we promise to sell only plants that have been checked for viabilty prior to filling orders. No guarantees once picked up, other than you will have received a live plant true to species name. Please remember that you are purchasing a living breathing plant that has requirements to sustain life. Please consider weather and watering needs for your new additions.
SHIPPING INFO
We do not ship plants at this time. Please inquire via email (thegreeneryfarmnursery@gmail.com) for delivery options on orders meeting minimum requirements.
