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3 mar 2024 · The ‘Powder Blue Giant’ Iris cristata is renowned for its stunning 3-inch-wide, powder-blue flowers typically bloom for a period of about two to three weeks in early to mid-spring. Each blossom features intricate patterns and delicate veins, creating a mesmerizing display that beckons admirers in the garden.
'Powder Blue Giant' is a large-flowered cultivar that grows to 6-8" tall. Flowers (to almost 3") are pale blue with both fringed yellow crests and deeper blue accents on the falls. Flowers bloom on short stems in April-May.
Iris cristata 'Powder Blue Giant' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
Iris cristata 'Powder Blue Giant' is an ideal plant for shade gardens, where it will attract hummingbirds and bees. The crested, or bearded, flowers make it easy to distinguish from Iris verna which has a similar native range.
Plant database entry for Species Iris (Iris cristata 'Powder Blue Giant') with 11 images and 21 data details.
Open star-shaped flowers of light blue with a yellow and deep blue beard; Flowers on short stalks grow even with, or slightly above the foliage; Short bright green sword-like leaves; More vigorous grower than the species; Bloom Time: April to May; Flower Size: 8 cm
26 maj 2023 · As its name suggests it is quite large (for a cristata anyway) - 3 1/2 inches across and a pale blue-violet self. It is deeply crested with white tops and deep yellow underneath. The signals are typical clean white with navy blue borders.
