Blue Flag Iris
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Versicolor iris (Iris versicolor) , seeds from Marie-Victorin
The blue flag (Iris versicolor) , the floral emblem of Quebec since 1999, is an elegant aquatic plant that brightens up water gardens with its flowers in shades of blue, white and yellow. Its flowering, which coincides with the national holiday of Quebec in June brings a touch of freshness and vitality to ponds, ditches and banks. This rustic and native iris is perfect for enriching the biodiversity of wetlands while offering a striking natural spectacle.
Spread : 0.3 to 0.5 meters
Plant height : 0.5 to 1 meter
Quantity per pack : 15 seeds
Companion plants : carex, eupatorium, arrowroot
Enemy plants : none known
Hardiness zone : 2
Exposure : partial shade, sun
Moisture : cool soil, moist soil, soggy soil
Sowing instructions : Lightly scratch the surface of the seeds by rubbing them between two sandpapers. Soak them for 24 hours in boiled water (cooled after 5 minutes). Then mix the seeds with an equal volume of sand or vermiculite moist, then place them in an airtight plastic bag. Leave them in the refrigerator for at least 90 days (cold stratification). Sow directly in the desired location as soon as the temperature becomes mild or in the fall for natural germination at next spring or later.
Blue flag is a perfect choice for water gardens or wetlands, offering vibrant blooms and attracting butterflies, dragonflies and other pollinators. This beautiful, hardy addition combines elegance with eco-friendly utility, for a design that is as charming as it is durable.
