Precious! Amazing little spring blooming iris from the eastern U.S. Tiny green fans of leaves creep along the ground and form interconnected colonies with their long rhizomes. In late March into April 3″ wide soft blue and white flowers appear out of nowhere. The rise above the low foliage to 5″ high. PRECIOUS. The lower petals (the falls) have a zone of darker blue and orange. PRECIOUS. Part shade in rich woodland conditions- excellent under established shrubs or at the fore of borders in the forest. Regular summer water. High deer resistance. Completely disappears in the winter. PRECIOUS. Little spring wonder from the east.
Iris cristata
Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
Biomes/Growing conditions: Deer Resistance, Mesic
Sun exposure: Part Shade
USDA Hardiness zone: Zn4b -20º to -25ºF
Foliage color: Light Green
Foliage season: Winter Deciduous