Oregon Iris (Iris tenax)
Sold as: 5 band pots

A clumping perennial herb with lavender (blue to purple) flowers in spring. Native to northwest marshes, but also a good ornamental for your yard.

Classification: Perennial forb
Key Characteristics: Purple flower
Light Requirements: Full sun  
Water Requirements: Moist to dry soil.
Ease of Growing: Moderate
Growth Rate: Moderate
Bloom Time: Spring, early to mid-season  
Spreads: Rhizomatous root
Type of support: Wildlife, Rain garden, pollinator, beneficial insects
Edible: Toxic to livestock
Mature Height: 4 -18 inches

Photo Credit: Ashley Smithers