American Meadows Specie Iris
Best early-blooming perennial for compact garden borders and containers.
These miniature irises are the ultimate low-maintenance heralds of spring, punching well above their weight with intense color. They won't provide the height of traditional garden stalks, but their compact, deer-resistant nature makes them the perfect, reliable choice for filling rock gardens or containers.
$14.99
Who it's for
- Busy gardeners seeking reliable, low-effort perennial color
- Landscapers wanting a bold, high-contrast focal point
- Eco-conscious gardeners preferring resilient, adaptable native-style plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners desiring long-lasting, season-long floral displays
- Low-maintenance enthusiasts avoiding periodic garden chores
- Impatient planters expecting immediate first-year blooms
Performance breakdown
Hardiness Range
Thrives across an impressive spectrum from zone 3 to 10.
Spring Arrival
Reliably emerges as one of the earliest garden color signals.
Space Efficiency
Compact stature makes them perfect for tight borders and containers.
Pest Resistance
Natural deer resistance keeps your early blooms safe from browsing.
Perennial Reliability
Dependable return year after year with minimal seasonal maintenance.
Versatility
Adaptable for rock gardens, containers, or fresh cut arrangements.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Iris reticulata Dark Blue
Mature Height
4-6 inches tall
Hardiness Zones
Zone 3 through Zone 10
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Bulb Spacing
16 bulbs per square foot
Bloom Time
Early spring
Advantages
Deer Resistant, Cut Flowers, Container Planting
Mature Height
6.0 inches
Spacing
6.0 inches
Deer Resistant
True
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