Dwarf Violet Iris, Vernal Iris, Dwarf Iris, North American Dwarf Iris, Spring-Flowering Iris
Intensely fragrant, Iris verna (Dwarf Violet Iris) is a low-growing perennial forming a quickly spreading mat of narrow, sword-shaped, bright green, pointed leaves. Myriads of small, light lilac-blue flowers with a golden yellow signal, up to 1-2 in. across (2-5 cm), appear in early spring on short stalks before the leaves emerge. They carpet the ground and create a spectacular drift of blue color. Native to the southeastern U.S.A., this bulbous perennial is an excellent plant for the shaded rock garden, perennial border or woodland garden. May also be used as a seasonal ground cover or in the border of the native garden. This small delicate looking plant will reward you with one of the best spring shows.
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 9 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Iris other species |
| Common names | Dwarf Iris, Iris |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid) |
| Height |
2" - 3" (5cm - 8cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
| Native Plants | Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Midwest, Mississippi, New York, North Carolina, Northeast, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Southeast, Tennessee, United States, Virginia, West Virginia |
| Tolerance | Dry Soil |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 9 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Iridaceae |
| Genus | Iris other species |
| Common names | Dwarf Iris, Iris |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid) |
| Height |
2" - 3" (5cm - 8cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
| Native Plants | Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Midwest, Mississippi, New York, North Carolina, Northeast, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Southeast, Tennessee, United States, Virginia, West Virginia |
| Tolerance | Dry Soil |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
How many Iris verna (Dwarf Violet Iris) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Iris verna (Dwarf Violet Iris) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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