Blue Flag Iris (Iris versicolor)

Get your garden going with the classic beauty of the Blue Flag Iris. This evergreen has deep blue-purple flowers and graceful sword-shaped leaves; this drought-tolerant perennial provides color and form in your landscape. This North American native lands well in marshes, borders, and water gardens, so it is versatile for giving your outdoor area a wild and natural appearance.

Key Features:

Awe Inspiring Flowers: Vivid Blue to Violet Petals with delicate veining and a golden tinge.

Native Plant: Easy-to-maintain, sustainable plant that is native to the site.

Family-Friendly: Great for water gardens, ponds, and soil-rich spaces.

Nature Grass: Pulls in pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Hardy Production: Grows well in USDA zones 3-9 and on all soils.

Advantages of the Blue Flag Iris:

Eye Catchy Display: Creates interest with its exotic flowers and lush foliage.

Eco-friendly: Protects pollinators and preserves biodiversity.

Capable of all plantings: Great for beds, rain gardens, and pond banks.

No Taking Care Of: It doesn’t need much attention after planting and does great in wet or moist soils.

Seasonal Attraction: Flowers from late spring to early summer, followed by beautiful seed pods.

Planting & Care Instructions:

Light: In shady or part shade, prefer full sun for best blooming.
Soil Needs: Likes wet to moist soil; tolerates stagnant water.
Sprinkles: Soil needs to stay wet; great for rain gardens or around ponds.
Distance: Sow 12-18 inches apart for optimum natural spreading.
Pruning: Trim away dead blooms for longer blooming and a clean look.

Why Choose Blue Flag Iris?

Blue Flag Iris: Perfect for anyone looking for a wild, showy plant that works well in any wet landscape. As a pollinator, wetlands restorer, and a year-round beautifier, it’s an all-purpose and perennial addition to any garden. This iris will charm and function in any garden layout, from rain gardens to naturalized pond edges.