Iris cristata 'Powder Blue Giant'

Also called Dwarf Crested Iris

Open star-shaped flowers of light blue with a yellow and deep blue beard
Flowers on short stalks grow even with, or slightly above the foliage
Short bright green sword-like leaves
More vigorous grower than the species
Bloom Time: April to May
Flower Size: 8 cm

ZONE:
5

COLOUR:
Blue (light)

HEIGHT:
15-25 cm

SPREAD:
30-40 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Iris cristata grows best in a rich, moist to average, well-drained soil, in partial shade. Full shade and sun conditions are tolerated, however, it dislikes extended periods of excessive drought or wetness. Can be used for naturalizing.

Characteristics & Attributes

Partial Sun/Shade

Attracts Hummingbirds

Low Maintenance

Ground cover

Rock garden

SOIL MOISTURE:
Moist to Average
Well-drained

GROWTH RATE:
Medium

FLOWERING TIME:
Spring
Early Spring

HABIT:
Dwarf

FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green

LANDSCAPE USES:
Woodland/woods edge
Border/edging
Naturalizing