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A very showy native Iris (and one of our smallest), the Dwarf Crested Iris has light blue flowers resembling a miniature bearded Iris (2-3" blooms on about 4" tall stems).
The flattened foliage remains gracefully curled and attractive throughout the growing season.
Best used as a groundcover or edging plant in half shade or full shade gardens, on slopes, as erosion control, or in native plantings and woodland gardens. Don't forget, this perennial grows well in dry shade too!
Good perennial companions are Asarum, Coreopsis auriculata, Geranium maculatum, Heuchera, Silene virginica, Mertensia virginiana, Phlox divaricata or stolonifera, Penstemon smallii or P. digitalis, Polygonatum, Smilacina, Tiarella, Trillium, smaller ferns, or Carex. From introduced perennials, choose Aruncus aethusifolius, Astilbe chinensis, Astrantia major, Brunnera, Geranium macrorrhizum, G. cantabrigiense, Geranium x oxonianum, Epimediums, smaller to small hostas, Omphalodes verna, Primula, small spring bulbs, Narcissus, etc.
Blooming Time: April/May (relatively short, lasting only 1 to 2 weeks)
Size: 0.5-0.75’ tall x 1-1.5’ wide
USDA Zones: 3 to 8
Culture: half to full shade, average, clayish, rocky, shallow, or organic rich soil. In acidic soil, add some crushed limestone.
Moisture Needs: dry to average, drought tolerant
Origin: Northeast USA (see the USDA distribution map), growing on rocky, wooded slopes, bluffs, and along streams
Deer/Rabbit Resistant: yes / yes
Attracts Butterflies or Pollinators: bumblebees and native bees
Attracts Hummingbirds: yes
Pot Size: square 3.5"x 4"deep perennial pot
A very showy native Iris (and one of our smallest), the Dwarf Crested Iris has light blue flowers resembling a miniature bearded Iris (2-3" blooms on about 4" tall stems).
The flattened foliage remains gracefully curled and attractive throughout the growing season.
Best used as a groundcover or edging plant in half shade or full shade gardens, on slopes, as erosion control, or in native plantings and woodland gardens. Don't forget, this perennial grows well in dry shade too!
Good perennial companions are Asarum, Coreopsis auriculata, Geranium maculatum, Heuchera, Silene virginica, Mertensia virginiana, Phlox divaricata or stolonifera, Penstemon smallii or P. digitalis, Polygonatum, Smilacina, Tiarella, Trillium, smaller ferns, or Carex. From introduced perennials, choose Aruncus aethusifolius, Astilbe chinensis, Astrantia major, Brunnera, Geranium macrorrhizum, G. cantabrigiense, Geranium x oxonianum, Epimediums, smaller to small hostas, Omphalodes verna, Primula, small spring bulbs, Narcissus, etc.
Blooming Time: April/May (relatively short, lasting only 1 to 2 weeks)
Size: 0.5-0.75’ tall x 1-1.5’ wide
USDA Zones: 3 to 8
Culture: half to full shade, average, clayish, rocky, shallow, or organic rich soil. In acidic soil, add some crushed limestone.
Moisture Needs: dry to average, drought tolerant
Origin: Northeast USA (see the USDA distribution map), growing on rocky, wooded slopes, bluffs, and along streams
Deer/Rabbit Resistant: yes / yes
Attracts Butterflies or Pollinators: bumblebees and native bees
Attracts Hummingbirds: yes
Pot Size: square 3.5"x 4"deep perennial pot
Early June shipment. arrived nice full pots. Planted in ground after a couple of days. So far. So good!
I wish there was a way to include a photo showing the plants in the shipping box because it is all quite impressive. I bought 6 and the plants are well developed and healthy. I have no doubt they will thrive.
I was extremely pleased with the Iris cristata: each plant was quite large—considerably larger than I'd expected, especially in comparison to plants purchased elsewhere. I am looking forward to watching them spread and grow!