Forever Blue Dwarf Reblooming Iris
Dwarf irises ideal for the front of the border
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- flowering dateEarly flowering, reblooms (Mid spring, re-blooms late summer to early fall) (Apr, Aug-Sep)
- hardiness zone4-9
- height12 inches
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- ship asJUMBO
- sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
- New KickStart™ Iris size guarantees first year flowers
- Compact variety in clear china blue
- Attractive flared bloom shape
- Reblooming variety
Dwarf irises are truly their own wild and wonderful flower, with all of the beauty of tall irises in the perfect size for the front of the border. Kick off the season with these fun-sized German irises, and enjoy a second round of blue flowers toward the end of the season. Forever Blue Kickstarter Bearded Iris is perfect planted en masse or along a walkway, glistening in pottery blue with touches of icy indigo. An early season bloomer, Forever Blue returns just before autumn, showing off more elegantly flared blooms. Kickstart Irises bloom in the first year they're planted, so you'll get to enjoy these gorgeous little flowers right away. Iris pumila 'Forever Blue'
Product Details
- botanical nameIris 'Forever Blue'
- flowering dateEarly flowering, reblooms (Mid spring, re-blooms late summer to early fall) (Apr, Aug-Sep)
- flower colorBlue
- flower formFlowers are fan-shaped, with three drooping petals called falls and three upright petals called standards.
- foliage typeGlaucous-green, sword-like fans of stiff upright leaves with some dying back in colder climates in winter.
- formRhizome
- growth rateMedium
- hardiness zone4-9
- height12 inches
- planting instructionsSet rhizome so bottom half is below ground level. Firm well and water thoroughly. Plant where they will get at least 5 hours of sun per day.
- pruningRemove spent flower stems after blooming. In late fall, cut back foliage to 6" fans. Clean plant debris before winter to prevent borers overwintering.
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- shipping seasonFall
- ship asJUMBO
- soil requirementWell drained preferred. Quite tolerant of a wide range of soils.
- spacing24 inches
- spread18 - 24 inches
- sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
- watering requirementAverage water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater
- winter careMulch in colder climates and remove in early spring before growth starts.
Shipping Schedule
Orders for in-stock seeds, general merchandise and gift certificates are typically shipped within 5 business days.
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country during the shipping time frames outlined below:
| 2024 Fall Shipping Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Zone | Select Iris & Daylilies |
| 3A-4B | 8/5/24 - 11/1/24 |
| 5A | 8/5/24 - 11/1/24 |
| 5B | 8/5/24 - 11/1/24 |
| 6A & 6B | 8/5/24 - 11/1/24 |
| 7A | 8/19/24 - 11/8/24 |
| 7B | 8/19/24 - 11/8/24 |
| 8A & 8B | 8/19/24 - 11/8/24 |
| 9A-10B | 8/19/24 - 11/8/24 |
| Last Order Date | Zones 3A-6B: 10/28/24 Zones 7A-10B: 11/4/24 |
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