Beachhead Iris (Iris setosa)

Beachhead Iris (Iris setosa)

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Beachhead Iris (Iris setosa)

Beachhead Iris (Iris setosa)

About this plant

A coastal shoreline iris, adaptable to various soil types and tolerates coastal salt spray. Thrives in wet soil and shallow water. Has beautiful swordlike foliage with purple-blue flowers in May/June. 

Sun/Soil Needs

Sun: Full Sun to partial shade

Soil: Thrives in wet to average acidic soil

Growth & Sizing

Typically grows between 1-3 feet tall.

Garden Design Tips

Thrives in consistently moist to wet, fertile, well-draining soil, thriving in bog gardens, pond edges, damp borders, containers and rock gardens. Ideal conditions include a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6-7) and high organic content. It adapts to sandy, clay, or loam soils but dislikes heavy, dry clay.

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