No Count Blues Bearded Iris is a compact perennial that spreads with rhizomes and forms a clumping habit with long upward fanning sword-like foliage. Its sturdy central stalk sports large washed cerulean blue-violet flowers with paler ruffled edges and white beards, and bloom from late spring into summer. Prefers partial sun and rich, moist well-drained soils.
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Origins: |
Southern Europe, and Mediterranean |
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Height: |
3' - 3.5' |
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Spread: |
1' - 2' |
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Spacing: |
1.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
3 - 9 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Blue |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly, then occasionally once established. Can cut back any dying foliage after flowering. Some major issues can be soft root, crown rot, and leaf spot. Watch for molting and remove any affected leaves. Avoid overcrowding and too much shade to lessen the chance of these issues.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Water Gardens, Ponds and Streams, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Joe Pye Weed, Coral Bells, Sedge
IMAGE: BallSeed Inc, Iris No Count Blues
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.