Iris versicolor 'Purple Flame'

Northern Blue Flag Iris


Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farm

  • Leaves emerge purple
  • Mature leaves are green
  • Intense blue flowers in spring
  • Best color in moist soil
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Garden
Garden
Native
Native
Water's Edge / Bog Plant
Water's Edge / Bog Plant
Full Sun
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Partial Sun
Spring
Spring



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Prefers moist to wet soil.  Full-part-sun


Height: 24-36 in
Spacing: 20-24 in
Price Level 1: $19.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Blue
Zone: 2-7
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Naturalizing
  • Garden
  • Water's Edge / Bog Plant
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Native
  • Summer Bloomer

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Green
  • Purple

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Soil Moisture:

  • Wet Soil/Wetlands
  • Water Garden
  • Moist, Well-Drained