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Iris cristata

Crested Iris

Shooting up from a shallow rhizome, Iris cristata has a pale bluish purple flower with a canary yellow crest.  Blooming mainly in the spring, this Iris is partial to part shade and full shade.

  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3-8
  • Tall:3-9 Inches
  • Wide:15 Inches
  • Spacing:15 Inches
Attributes
• Attractive Foliage
• Blooms in Shade
• Ground Cover
• Upright
Flower Color
• Blue
• Purple
Foliage Color
• Green
Best Usage
• Border or Bed
• Edging
• Groundcover
• Rock Garden
Soil Moisture Preference
• Dry
• Average
• Moist
Wildlife
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Spring
• Summer
• Fall
Exposure
• Shade
• Part Shade
Growth Rate
• Medium
Additional Information about Iris cristata

Shooting up from a shallow rhizome, Iris cristata has a pale bluish purple flower with a canary yellow crest.  Blooming mainly in the spring, this Iris is partial to part shade and full shade.  Flourish in morning sun.