Blue Flag Iris

Able to grow even in standing water, blue flag iris is an ideal plant for edges of ponds, streams, or retention areas, but will tolerate normal garden soils with regular watering. A well-drained, partially shaded area is best, but they will grow in sun as well.

UF/IAS Sites

• Blue Flag, Iris virginica: Native to Florida

UF/IFAS Publications

• Iris virginica Blue Flag, Blue Flag Iris
• Iris virginica ID Sheet (PDF)
• Native Pond Plants (PDF)

Also on Gardening in a Minute

• Bog Gardens
• Rain Gardens

Other Sites

• Blue Flag Iris--Illinois Wildflowers
• Iris virginica, Southern Blue Flag--Missouri Botanical Garden
• Iris virginica, Virginia iris, Great Blue Flag, Southern Blueflag--Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
• Our Native Irises: Blue Flag Iris--U.S. Forest Service: Celebrating Wildflowers