Perennial

Iris cristata 'Powder Blue Giant'

Dwarf Crested Iris

Plant Type: Perennial

Exposure: Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade Shade Tolerant

MORNING sun/AFTERNOON shade to FULL shade

Considerably huskier and more vigorous than the spacies, this sweet giant boasts 3" flowers of delicate light blue with golden crests and deep blue accents. Blooms in April and May. Vigorous and easy to grow!

Height

6-8"

Spread

12-15"

Growth Habit

FILLER (mounded)

Landscape Application:

When in flower, a well-developed bed can produce a spectacular drift of blue color.

Iris cristata 'Powder Blue Giant' Plant Care:

Prefers rich, well-drained soils in full to partial shade. Can be grown in sun with consistant moisture.

USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 5 (-20/-10F)

Dwarf Crested Iris Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest

EARLY (March-April), MIDSEASON (May-June)

Early Season (March - April)

Soil Moisture Needs

Low to moderate soil moisture.

Average

Moderate

Critter Resistance

Deer Resistant

Rabbit Resistant