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Iris cristata
Dwarf Crested Iris
Plant Type: Perennial
A low-growing wildflower iris with clusters of narrow leaves and popular for the large blue flowers bearing a white patch and yellow crest in May. Flowers appear stemless. A native wildflower to the Southeast, Dwarf Crested iris is excellent for naturalizing in woodlands and on well-drained slopes. Prefers semi-shade but will grow well in full sun if plants are not allowed to dry out. Tolerates dry soil in shaded locations and also tolerates nearly full shade.
| SKU | Size |
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Mature Height:
6-8 in
Mature Spread:
6-12 in
Spacing:
6-12 in
Zone:
3
Bloom Color:
Blue, Purple
Iris cristata Characteristics & Attributes:
Attracts Hummingbirds
Attracts Pollinators
Drought Tolerant
Native to Northeastern US
Ground Cover
Container
Low Maintenance
Mass Planting
Deer Resistant
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Spring
Average Water
Dry Soil
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Groupings |
| • | Woodland Edge |
| • | Rock Garden |
| • | Spring Bloomer |
| • | Shade Gardens |
| • | Naturalizing |
| • | Woodland Garden |
| • | Edging |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Habit
| • | Dwarf |
| • | Clump-forming |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Spring |
Soil Moisture
| • | Well Drained |