Forms dense colonies through shallow rhizomes, carpeting the ground with fans of leaves and spring flowers.
Indigenous people valued irises for medicinal uses (such as poultices and teas) and dyes.
Widely used in native shade gardens, rock gardens, and woodland restorations for its beauty and ability to spread naturally.
Forms dense colonies through shallow rhizomes, carpeting the ground with fans of leaves and spring flowers.
Indigenous people valued irises for medicinal uses (such as poultices and teas) and dyes.
Widely used in native shade gardens, rock gardens, and woodland restorations for its beauty and ability to spread naturally.
Bloom: spring
Habitats: rich woodlands; shaded slopes; streambanks
Lifespan: perennial
Moisture: moist
Plant type (height): forb (4 to 9 inches)
Requirements: full sun to light shade
Soil: loam; sand
