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Apostle Plant

Neomarica Caerulea

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Overview

The Apostle Plant, Neomarica caerulea, is a tropical perennial known for its lush, sword-like leaves, reaching up to 3 feet long. It earns its name by typically flowering when it sports 12 or more foliage fans. In spring, this iris relative showcases striking blue to purple blooms with ornate maroon patterns. Prefers partial sun to light shade and well-draining soil. Ideal for creating textural contrast in borders or as an accent plant.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 7–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — "Apostle Plant," stems from the belief that it flowers only when the plant has twelve leaves
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — but be wary of overwateringApostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — Minimal pruning is needed - just remove any spent flowers or damaged leaves to maintain its neat appearanceApostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — elongated petals and ornate maroon patterns near the base; in spring, this iris relative showcases striking, image 129Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — green textures under the canopy of taller trees or in those shadier areas of the garden; in spring, this iris relativeApostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — "Apostle Plant," stems from the belief that it flowers only when the plant has twelve leaves; it thrives in, image 94Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — "Apostle Plant," stems from the belief that it flowers only when the plant has twelve leaves; it thrives in, image 150+148

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
7–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Iridaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — "Apostle Plant," stems from the belief that it flowers only when the plant has twelve leaves
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — but be wary of overwatering
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — Minimal pruning is needed - just remove any spent flowers or damaged leaves to maintain its neat appearance
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — elongated petals and ornate maroon patterns near the base; in spring, this iris relative showcases striking, image 129
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — green textures under the canopy of taller trees or in those shadier areas of the garden; in spring, this iris relative
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — "Apostle Plant," stems from the belief that it flowers only when the plant has twelve leaves; it thrives in, image 94
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — "Apostle Plant," stems from the belief that it flowers only when the plant has twelve leaves; it thrives in, image 150
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — making it an excellent choice for adding lush; making it a low-maintenance choice for the discerning gardener, image 152
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — perennial with blue blooms; blooms typically appear in the spring and summer, presenting a showy display
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — The Apostle Plant requires well-draining soil; it thrives in partial to full shade, image 98
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — Ideal for creating textural contrast in borders or as an accent plant; it thrives in partial to full shade, image 62
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — The foliage is equally impressive; blooms typically appear in the spring and summer, presenting a showy display, image 103
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — perennial for half or shade; making it a low-maintenance choice for the discerning gardener, image 112
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — It thrives in partial to full shade; blooms typically appear in the spring and summer, presenting a showy, image 95
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — reaching up to 3 feet long; it thrives in partial to full shade
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — blue flowers in the garden; it thrives in partial to full shade, image 138
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — blue to violet flowers that can span up to 4 inches across; making it a low-maintenance choice for the, image 100
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — It earns its name by typically flowering when it sports 12 or more foliage fans; blooms typically appear in the spring and
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — evergreen leaves that create a dense; making it a low-maintenance choice for the discerning gardener
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — The foliage is equally impressive; blooms typically appear in the spring and summer, presenting a showy display, image 131
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — "Apostle Plant," stems from the belief that it flowers only when the plant has twelve leaves; it thrives in, image 122
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — It thrives in partial to full shade; blooms typically appear in the spring and summer, presenting a showy, image 151
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — reaching up to 3 feet long; it thrives in partial to full shade, image 58
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — Blooms typically appear in the spring and summer, presenting a showy display
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