Iris cristata #1

Iris cristata

Iris cristata #1

Dwarf Crested Iris
Dwarf crested iris, pale blue blooms, perfect woodland groundcover
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An Ohio native with light blue-violet flowers and yellow crests blooming in late spring. A good groundcover for naturalizing in part shade with rich, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Deer resistant. Attracts a wide variety of pollinators. 4 - 6"

Botanical Name- Iris cristata
Pronunciation- EYE-riss kris-TAH-tuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Part sun to shade
Soil Preferences- Average to moist, well-drained
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- Blue violet
Bloom Time- Mid spring
Companion Plants- Asarum europaeum (woodland floor synergy, partial 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

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