Blue Flag Iris

Blue Flag Iris (blue flag) The beautiful irises of South Florida include African, walking, blue flag, and one called blackberry lily.  These striking plants make great accents for their foliage alone, but all have exquisite flowers as well.  The unique way that most plants of this type flower is to send up a shoot that looks just like a leaf. Then a bud appears on the side near the top, opening into a delicate and colorful blossom. The classic upright foliage fans out and complements other textures and plant growth patterns. Some have wider leaves, others are more narrow. Space plants 30 in. plus apart Grows well in moist soil Flowers throughout spring Reaches standard mature height of 3 ft. Moderate disease and insect resistance Perennial, wet soil tolerant and clumping habit Grows in full sun to partial shade Ideal for water garden Low-maintenance once established Water 3 times to 4 times per week for the first growing season Winter hardy from USDA zones 8b to