Blue Flag
Though Blue flag is a great option for wet soils, even growing in water, it can also be grown in most traditional garden plantings provided there is at least moderate moisture. It forms large clumps both by rhizome and self-seeding and is a favorite among hummingbirds, butterflies and other pollinators
Botanical name: Iris versicolor , Iris virginica
Bloom time: May - July
Height: 1’ - 3’
Sun Exposure: Full to partial sun
Soil Moisture: Wet to moist
Hardiness Zone: zones 3 - 7
Supports: Hummingbirds, butterflies and other pollinators
Available for pick-up in May
Though Blue flag is a great option for wet soils, even growing in water, it can also be grown in most traditional garden plantings provided there is at least moderate moisture. It forms large clumps both by rhizome and self-seeding and is a favorite among hummingbirds, butterflies and other pollinators
Botanical name: Iris versicolor , Iris virginica
Bloom time: May - July
Height: 1’ - 3’
Sun Exposure: Full to partial sun
Soil Moisture: Wet to moist
Hardiness Zone: zones 3 - 7
Supports: Hummingbirds, butterflies and other pollinators
Available for pick-up in May
Though Blue flag is a great option for wet soils, even growing in water, it can also be grown in most traditional garden plantings provided there is at least moderate moisture. It forms large clumps both by rhizome and self-seeding and is a favorite among hummingbirds, butterflies and other pollinators
Botanical name: Iris versicolor , Iris virginica
Bloom time: May - July
Height: 1’ - 3’
Sun Exposure: Full to partial sun
Soil Moisture: Wet to moist
Hardiness Zone: zones 3 - 7
Supports: Hummingbirds, butterflies and other pollinators
Available for pick-up in May
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Though Blue flag is a great option for wet soils, even growing in water, it can also be grown in most traditional garden plantings provided there is at least moderate moisture. It forms large clumps both by rhizome and self-seeding and is a favorite among hummingbirds, butterflies and other pollinators.
Blue flag is native to North America, in the Eastern United States and Eastern Canada. It is common in sedge meadows, marshes, and along streambanks and shores.
Blooms range from light to deep blue and purple reflecting its name, versicolor meaning “variously colored.”
Blue flag is the provincial flower of Quebec,
Other common names include Northern Blue Flag and Harlequin Blue Flag.
Volume Discounts:
5% off orders over $50. Use code: 20245%
10% off orders over $75. Use code: 202410%
15% off orders over $100. Use code: 202415%
Sales:
Our farm does not have a retail space. In-person sales and online sale pick-ups are arranged via telephone 608-432-5578, Facebook Messenger and email to whitepelicanfarm@gmail.com as well as through periodic special events. Restoration and bulk sale (100+ plants) inquiries should be directed to Erin Crain-Sullivan at 608-432-5578 or whitepelicanfarm@gmail.com with “attention Erin” in the subject line.
Shipping:
Online purchases reserve plants for on-site pick-up only. We are located at W6628 Patchin Road in Wyocena, Wisconsin - about a half hour north of Madison. We offer limited plant delivery in Dane and Columbia counties for $12 on orders over $100. Call 608-432-5578 or email whitepelicanfarm@gmail.com to inquire about delivery.
Payment:
We accept cash and checks at the farm and credit cards through our website.