Common Name
Virginia blue flag
Southern blue flag
Scientific Name
Iris virginica
Ground Cover
No
Evergreen
No
Plant Form
Herbs
Max Height (ft)
2.5
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Mountain
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Additional Info
Habitat: Grows in moist to very wet, humusy to sandy soil and in boggy acidic areas in full sun. Will grow even in 6 inches of fresh standing water
Notes: Southern flag iris spreads slowly by rhizomes which can be divided for propagation as clumps form. Good for container without drainage holes in sun or part shade
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Shade
Moisture Requirements
In Water
Wet
Grassland Species
Yes
Riparian Buffer Species?
Yes
Riparian Buffer Zones
E
RT
Flower Color
Blue
Purple/lavender
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Deer Resitant
Yes
Low Maintenance
Yes
Climate-smart plant
No
Good Choice for Public Spaces
Yes
Recommended for
Tolerates
Seed or Fruit eaten by wildlife?
No
Supports Pollinators
Yes