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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

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) — Blooms typically appear in the spring and summer, presenting a showy display; it thrives in partial to full shade
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — green textures under the canopy of taller trees or in those shadier areas of the garden
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — but be wary of overwatering; it thrives in partial to full shade, image 106
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — It thrives in partial to full shade; blooms typically appear in the spring and summer, presenting a showy display
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 72
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — "Apostle Plant," stems from the belief that it flowers only when the plant has twelve leaves; it thrives in, image 66
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — reaching up to 3 feet long; it thrives in partial to full shade, image 142
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — making it an excellent choice for adding lush; making it a low-maintenance choice for the discerning gardener
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — perennial for half or shade; making it a low-maintenance choice for the discerning gardener, image 140
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — Minimal pruning is needed - just remove any spent flowers or damaged leaves to maintain its neat appearance, image 80
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — perennial for half or shade; making it a low-maintenance choice for the discerning gardener, image 84
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — Blooms typically appear in the spring and summer, presenting a showy display; it thrives in partial to full, image 102
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — with a preference for slightly acidic to neutral pH levels.<br><br>It boasts iris-like; blooms typically appear in the
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — Minimal pruning is needed - just remove any spent flowers or damaged leaves to maintain its neat appearance, image 108
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — scientifically known as Neomarica caerulea; blooms typically appear in the spring and summer, presenting a, image 119
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — In spring, this iris relative showcases striking blue to purple blooms with ornate maroon patterns; making it a, image 116
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — making it a low-maintenance choice for the discerning gardener; in spring, this iris relative showcases, image 137
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — with a preference for slightly acidic to neutral pH levels.<br><br>It boasts iris-like; blooms typically, image 99
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — perennial with blue blooms; blooms typically appear in the spring and summer, presenting a showy display, image 83
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — It thrives in partial to full shade; blooms typically appear in the spring and summer, presenting a showy, image 123
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — The foliage is equally impressive
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — reaching up to 3 feet long; it thrives in partial to full shade, image 86
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — is a captivating perennial that adds a tropical touch to any garden; making it a low-maintenance choice for the discerning
Apostle Plant (Neomarica Caerulea) — In spring, this iris relative showcases striking blue to purple blooms with ornate maroon patterns
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