Dwarf Crested Iris
Iris cristata
| Description: A low-growing plant that features blue and white flowers with a tiny gold beard. The perfect small groundcover for acidic woodlands. |
| Propagation: Seeds are unreliable because of poor set, but should be sown fresh. Much easier is to lift the rhizomes and divide them into pieces in late fall. |
| Initial bloom (month and week): May W3 |
| Garden name: Shady Woodland Garden |
| Color of flower: Blue |
| Height: 6″ |
| Spread: 4″ |
| Family: Iridaceae |
| Soil type: Acidic woodland |
| Soil moisture: Moist |
| Light: Shade |
| Zone: 4-8 |