This adaptable iris has fragrant, blue violet flowers with falls crested in yellow and white. Narrow, bright green leaves often lie on the ground in late fall and winter.
Native Plant Database
Callicarpa americana. Photo: Mervin Wallace
Southern Blue Flag
Iris virginica var. shrevei
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennials
Native Environment: Wetland, Stream Edge
Season of Interest:
Main Color: Blue, Purple
Fall Color:
Hardy From Zone:
Hardy To Zone:
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil
Moisture
Moderate, High, Wet
Nature Attracting
Wildlife Benefit
Animal
Resistance
Size
Height:
15 to
40
inches
Spread:
18 to
24
inches
Size
Height: 15 to
40
inches
Spread: 18 to
24
inches
Size
Height: 15 to
40
inches
Spread: 18 to
24
inches
Typical Landscape Use
Excellent in swales and swampy ground. Perfect along the edge of ponds.
Establishment and Care Instructions
Grow in full sun in moderate to wet soil.
Special Features
Special Usage
Rainscaping, Fresh Cut Flower
Basic Description
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