The Blue Flag Iris is a herbaceous perennial that blooms in May and June each year. It has distinctive violet-blue flowers and can reach a maximum height and spread of two and a half feet. This showy flower is known to be resistant to deer and rabbits. It can grow in shade and sunny conditions, making it a versatile ornamental plant.
A member of the Iridaceae plant family, the Blue Flag Iris is known to be native to the eastern portions of the United States. This hardy perennial goes by its formal horticultural name of Iris Versicolor. Its regularly used for naturalizing areas and will flourish in low wet spots. This plant is beautiful to bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other songbirds.
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Blue Flag Iris
Blue Flag Iris is a versatile Perennials
You may hear this plant called the Northern Blue Flag or the Harlequin Blue Flag. It's comprised of distinctive blue-green foliage that is sword-like. This plant's stems are crowned with delicate bluish flowers at their apexes. Depending on the specific variety, they can range from a light to a deep tone. Inside the flower will be whitish-yellow markings that create a unique colorful contrast.
An easy-to-grow option, this plant is perfect for aquatic conditions where many other plants can't grow. Its striking colors will surely bring a necessary brightness to any location you choose to plant them. With a rhizome makeup, this plant will spread fairly quickly in different soil conditions. It's considered to be a moderate grower.
Used as an excellent foliage plant, the Blue Flag Iris will have luscious blue-green leaves from the early spring to the late fall. It will go dormant when the frosty winter weather arrives. However, you'll see this perennial grow back up in the early spring to bring a sense of beauty to your chosen landscape.
Blue Flag Iris is Available online at Tennessee Wholesale Nursery
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Shipping Information
We dig fresh our plants and ship immediately. We ship US Mail, Priority shipping. You will receive a tracking number once your plants ship. All plants will be fine in their packages for up to 3 days after receiving.
How We Protect Your Plants For Transit
We sell only bare root plants. We dip the roots in tera-sorb silicone gel to retain ample moisture for transit and surround with plastic. This is superior protection for plants in transit for up to 12 days.
Upon Receipt Of Your Plants
Open your plants and inspect the same day received. We offer 3 days to report any problems with your order. Bare root plants need to be planted within 2-3 days of receiving unless weather-related problems prohibit planting. Store in a cool place and keep roots moist and covered with plastic until they can be planted. Water for the first week daily after planting.
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Blue Flag Iris
The Blue Flag Iris is a herbaceous perennial that blooms in May and June each year. It has distinctive violet-blue flowers and can reach a maximum height and spread of two and a half feet. This showy flower is known to be resistant to deer and rabbits. It can grow in shade and sunny conditions, making it a versatile ornamental plant.
A member of the Iridaceae plant family, the Blue Flag Iris is known to be native to the eastern portions of the United States. This hardy perennial goes by its formal horticultural name of Iris Versicolor. Its regularly used for naturalizing areas and will flourish in low wet spots. This plant is beautiful to bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other songbirds.
A member of the Iridaceae plant family, the Blue Flag Iris is known to be native to the eastern portions of the United States. This hardy perennial goes by its formal horticultural name of Iris Versicolor. Its regularly used for naturalizing areas and will flourish in low wet spots. This plant is beautiful to bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other songbirds.
Blue Flag Iris is a versatile Perennials
You may hear this plant called the Northern Blue Flag or the Harlequin Blue Flag. It's comprised of distinctive blue-green foliage that is sword-like. This plant's stems are crowned with delicate bluish flowers at their apexes. Depending on the specific variety, they can range from a light to a deep tone. Inside the flower will be whitish-yellow markings that create a unique colorful contrast.
An easy-to-grow option, this plant is perfect for aquatic conditions where many other plants can't grow. Its striking colors will surely bring a necessary brightness to any location you choose to plant them. With a rhizome makeup, this plant will spread fairly quickly in different soil conditions. It's considered to be a moderate grower.
Used as an excellent foliage plant, the Blue Flag Iris will have luscious blue-green leaves from the early spring to the late fall. It will go dormant when the frosty winter weather arrives. However, you'll see this perennial grow back up in the early spring to bring a sense of beauty to your chosen landscape.
Blue Flag Iris is Available online at Tennessee Wholesale Nursery
Shipping Information
We dig fresh our plants and ship immediately. We ship US Mail, Priority shipping. You will receive a tracking number once your plants ship. All plants will be fine in their packages for up to 3 days after receiving.
How We Protect Your Plants For Transit
We sell only bare root plants. We dip the roots in tera-sorb silicone gel to retain ample moisture for transit and surround with plastic. This is superior protection for plants in transit for up to 12 days.
Upon Receipt Of Your Plants
Open your plants and inspect the same day received. We offer 3 days to report any problems with your order. Bare root plants need to be planted within 2-3 days of receiving unless weather-related problems prohibit planting. Store in a cool place and keep roots moist and covered with plastic until they can be planted. Water for the first week daily after planting.