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Wild Blue Iris Seeds

North American wildflower boasts deeply veined petals in a rare shade of blue

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About the Variety

Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Prefers Dappled Shade
Morning Sun Only
Prefers Moist Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Attracts Bees
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Medicinal
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
North American Native

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Iris missouriensis

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 12 to 24 inches

COLOR

  • Blue

Easy to grow and adaptable, this little gem was once thought a weed! Known commonly as Rocky Mountain Iris or Missouri Flag, this field iris is a charming, summer blooming Perennial. Wild Blue Iris Seeds do take a little extra care to get started, and we recommend scarification prior to planting in the fall.

  • Heirloom annual native to North America
  • Easy to grow pollinator attractor with blue & white Spring blooms
  • Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall
  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/8 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Low

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 to 18 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 77 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 2,188 Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 8,752 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft
1 Pound 35,008 Up to 10,000 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Wild Blue Iris Planting Guide to learn more.

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Wild Blue Iris Seeds

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Wild Blue Iris Seeds FAQs

What is Wild Blue Iris also known as?

Wild Blue Iris is also known as Western Blue Flag, Rocky Mountain Iris, and Missouri Flag.

Is Wild Blue Iris resistant to animals or disease?

Wild Blue Iris is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Wild Blue Iris?

Wild Blue Iris is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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