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Iris missouriensis - Rocky Mountain Iris

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Iris missouriensis is a celebrated perennial that's widely known as the Rocky Mountain Iris. An aesthetic delight from the "Annuals & Perennials" category, it elevates landscapes with prominent blue to lavender blooms— a captivating spectacle mounted on slender shoots reaching up to 1-2 feet high. These vibrant flowers emerge from late spring to early summer, nestled within narrow, dark green leaves, offering an alluring contrast. Versatile and robust, the Rocky Mountain Iris flourishes in full sun to partial shade and has a low water requirement, marking its superiority in drought resistance. Coupled with its admirable resilience to deer, it's an excellent fit for landscapes in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This is more than just an ornamental piece; it's a low maintenance, high reward addition to your green space. Rediscover the charm of nature with the refreshingly beautiful Iris missouriensis.

  • Size: Up to 1-2 feet tall
  • Flowers: Blue to lavender flowers
  • Foliage: Narrow, dark green, sword-like leaves
  • Water usage: Low (Drought tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Resilience: Deer and drought resistant
  • Commonly purchased with Iris missouriensis (Rocky Mountain Iris)

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