(Iris brevicaulis) EYE-riss brev-ih-KAWL-iss Synonyms:  I. foliosa Genus:  Iris This pretty little blue-violet iris with yellow and white falls is native to the central U.S. Its early summer flowers are somewhat hidden among the foliage, as the stems are shorter than the leaves. In the wild, it grows in damp areas. In the garden, it appreciates a moist soil, especially in hot climates. Grow it where its flowers can be seen, such as at the front of a border, in a woodland, or at waterside. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Naturalizes. U.S. native. Care:  Plant in full sun or partial shade. Appreciates moist soil in areas with hot summers. Propagation:  Start from seed in a cold frame in fall, or divide plants from mid-summer to early fall. Problems:  Generally trouble-free.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Spreads Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium to Wet Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Native, Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Summer, Summer Flower Color Blue, Purple Uses Beds and Borders, Cut Flower, Woodland Garden, Waterside Style Rock Garden Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Perennials