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Blue Flag

Iris Versicolor

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Overview

Iris versicolor, or Blue Flag, is a striking perennial native to North America. Grows to 2–3 feet tall with lance-shaped leaves. It produces vibrant blue to purple flowers in late spring, each with six petal-like parts. Prefers full to partial sun and wet conditions, thriving in zones 3-9. Ideal for rain gardens and waterside plantings. Provides habitat support and attracts pollinators, offering both ecological and aesthetic benefits.

Sun HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–10Type PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — Iris versicolor, or Blue Flag, is a striking perennial native to North America; prefers full to partial sun and wet conditions

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Mature height
2–3 Ft.
Mature width
2–3 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Iridaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — This species is considered low-maintenance; iris versicolor, or Blue Flag, is a striking perennial native to North America
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — This species is considered low-maintenance; iris versicolor, or Blue Flag, is a striking perennial native to North, image 97
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — The plant prefers full sun to partial shade
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — although it flourishes in slightly acidic conditions with consistent moisture
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — consider placing them in clusters or drifts for a more natural and visually appealing effect; where its water, image 71
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — perennial with blue and lavender and multi-colored blooms; it is adaptable to a variety of soil types, image 74
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — consider placing them in clusters or drifts for a more natural and visually appealing effect; where its water filtration
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — Grows to 2‚Äì3 feet tall with lance-shaped leaves; each blossom showcases an elegant mix of purple, image 77
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — perennial with blue and lavender and multi-colored blooms; it is adaptable to a variety of soil types, image 99
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — The plant prefers full sun to partial shade, image 63
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — where its water filtration capabilities can be used to improve soil and water quality; ideal for rain gardens and waterside
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — perennial with blue and lavender and multi-colored blooms
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — <br><br>Given its beauty and habitat preferences
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — Grows to 2‚Äì3 feet tall with lance-shaped leaves
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — is a captivating perennial that brings a splash of vibrant color to any garden; it produces vibrant blue to purple flowers in
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — <br><br>Given its beauty and habitat preferences; although it flourishes in slightly acidic conditions with, image 67
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — although it flourishes in slightly acidic conditions with consistent moisture; making it an ideal choice for planting, image 91
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — its flowers offering a delicate yet striking appearance; provides habitat support and attracts pollinators, offering, image 62
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — When incorporating Blue Flags into a landscape; its flowers offering a delicate yet striking appearance, image 95
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — perennial for half; this species is considered low-maintenance, image 75
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — with a minimum of four hours of direct sunlight per day to ensure optimal flowering; when incorporating Blue Flags into a
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — where its water filtration capabilities can be used to improve soil and water quality; ideal for rain gardens and, image 94
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — Iris versicolor is an excellent choice for a water garden or a rain garden design; blue and lavender and, image 68
Blue Flag (Iris Versicolor) — Iris versicolor, or Blue Flag, is a striking perennial native to North America; prefers full to partial sun and wet, image 76
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