Common Name
Virginia blue flag
Southern blue flag
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
2.5
Width (ft)
1.0 -
3.0
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Mountain
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
Flower Color
Blue
Purple/lavender
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Shade
Moisture Requirements
In Water
Wet
Low Maintenance
Yes
Good Choice for Public Spaces
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Number of Lepidotera Species Genus Supports
17
Recommended for
Tolerates