Iris Blue Flag 'Gerald Darby'
Iris x robusta 'Gerald Darby'
Gerald Darby Blue Flag Iris is a perennial that features violet-blue flowers in late spring/early summer with near-black stems. In spring, the foliage emerges a dark, dusky purple to purple-black, depending on the temperature (Cooler weather brings darker foliage). As the weather warms and the foliage grows, the top changes to a bright green while some purple still lingers at the base.
Gerald Darby Iris grows best in moist to wet, acidic soil in full sun to part shade. This Iris can also grow in shallow water.
Seasonal Availability: Typically available May through September, depending on supplier availability.
Characteristics
Size: 2-3 feet tall, 1-3 feet wide.
Submersion Depth: 0-15 cm.
Hardiness: Zone 4
Good for Wet Soil, Bee-Friendly, and Butterfly-Friendly
Care
Full sun outdoors (6-8+ hours of direct sun) and Part shade outdoors (4 hours of direct sun)
All plants classified as water plants prefer wet roots or to be partially submerged, depending on their submersion depth preferences. Plants with a submersion depth starting with 0cm can be planted in wet areas in the garden, in addition to pond edges.
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