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Iris tenax

Common Name: Oregon Iris

The leaves are tough, dark, grass-like, and nearly evergreen on this showy iris. It blooms in a spectacular color range from almost white to purple and all hues of blue in between. It is clump forming, blooming April-May, it is only 14 in. tall. This is an excellent, easy, very drought tolerant garden plant that is used far too infrequently. Nectar species for Dusky Wing and, occasionally, Fenders Blue Butterfly.

Flower Color: Blue
Zones: 6-9
Growth Habit: Perennial
Height: 0-2
Spread: 0-2
Light Needs: Sun-Shade
Flowering Season: Late Summer
Leaf Color: Green
Plant Features: Drought Tolerant, Native to Pacific Northwest, Great Plant Picks

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