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 7–9Climate Temperate

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — reaching up to 3 feet long

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — In spring, this iris relative showcases striking blue to purple blooms with ornate maroon patterns

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — reaching up to 3 feet long

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — It earns its name by typically flowering when it sports 12 or more foliage fans

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — Prefers partial sun to light shade and well-draining soil

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — Ideal for creating textural contrast in borders or as an accent plant

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — scientifically known as Neomarica caerulea

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 7–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Iridaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — is a tropical perennial known for its lush

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — In spring, this iris relative showcases striking blue to purple blooms with ornate maroon patterns

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — reaching up to 3 feet long

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — It earns its name by typically flowering when it sports 12 or more foliage fans

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — Prefers partial sun to light shade and well-draining soil

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — Ideal for creating textural contrast in borders or as an accent plant

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — scientifically known as Neomarica caerulea

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — is a captivating perennial that adds a tropical touch to any garden

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — Native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, it flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — The Apostle Plant requires well-draining soil

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — with a preference for slightly acidic to neutral pH levels.<br><br>It boasts iris-like

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — blue to violet flowers that can span up to 4 inches across

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — elongated petals and ornate maroon patterns near the base

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — "Apostle Plant," stems from the belief that it flowers only when the plant has twelve leaves

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — It thrives in partial to full shade

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — making it an excellent choice for adding lush

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — green textures under the canopy of taller trees or in those shadier areas of the garden

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — Blooms typically appear in the spring and summer, presenting a showy display

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — The foliage is equally impressive

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — In colder climates, it should be grown in containers that can be moved indoors

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — making it a low-maintenance choice for the discerning gardener

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — blue flowers in the garden

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — perennial with blue blooms

Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — evergreen leaves that create a dense

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