This is a short, grassy leaved Iris species, native to Siberia and Alaska. It forms a low tuft of bright green, sword-shaped leaves. Loads of small three-petalled flowers appear in late spring, lavender-blue with silvery-white veining. Very cold tolerant. A good choice for edging or in the sunny rock garden. Also effective when mass planted as a sort of groundcover. Prefers a soil that does not dry out. Easily divided in early autumn. USDA Zones: 2 - 9 Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid Soil Moisture Average or Moist Care Level Easy Flower Colour Light Blue White Blooming Time Early Summer Late Spring Foliage Color Deep Green Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Edging Rabbit Resistant Poisonous/Toxic Wild Flower Flower Head Size Medium Height 15-30 cm 6-12 inches Spread 20-30 cm 8-12 inches Foot Traffic None Growth Rate Medium
