Iris versicolor #1
Iris versicolor #1
Northern Blue Flag Iris
Native blue flag iris, thrives in moist soils, beneficial for wildlife
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An Ohio native iris good for rain gardens, edges of ponds, and moist garden areas where it may naturalize. Deer resistant. Attractive to hummingbirds. Host to 12 species of butterflies and moths. 2 -3'
Botanical Name- Iris versicolor
Pronunciation- EYE-riss ver-sih-KUL-or
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Average to wet soil
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- Blue violet
Bloom Time- May - June
Companion Plants- Caltha palustris (both thrive in damp soil, early blooms)
Fauna Attracted- Bees, hummingbirds (on select species), swallowtail butterflies
Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP24
Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back foliage after it yellows; divide clumps every few years and fertilize in spring.
Trimming Instructions- Remove spent flower stalks after blooming. Cut back foliage in fall.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a low-nitrogen, higher phosphate fertilizer (e.g., 5-10-10) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Avoid soggy clay by mixing in coarse amendments.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Bulb-tone
Possible Issues- Iris borer, bacterial soft rot, leaf spot
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