2074 Beaver Valley Rd Beavercreek OH 45434-6976 United States
9373132156
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6000 Far Hills Avenue Centerville OH 45459 United States
+19374341326
A selection of the Ohio native dwarf crested iris with larger pale blue flowers and yellow crests. Blooms April - May. A good groundcover for naturalizing in the woodland garden. Prefers part shade with rich, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Deer resistant. The early bloom is treasured by native pollinators. 4 - 6"
Botanical Name- Iris cristata Powder Blue Giant
Pronunciation- EYE-riss kris-TAH-tuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Part sun to shade
Soil Preferences- Humus rich, moist
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- Light blue
Bloom Time- April- May
Companion Plants- Tiarella cordifolia (delicate spring bloomers, moist shade)
Fauna Attracted- Bees, hummingbirds (on select species), swallowtail butterflies
Plant Habit- Perennial
Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP3
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
