Neomarica caerulea (Walking Iris) - Video 4

Botanical name: Neomarica caerulea

Common names: Walking Iris, Twelve apostles, Apostle Plant, Iris Regina

Family: Iridaceae

Origin: Brazil

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeFull sunRegular waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeFlood tolerant plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant
Neomarica caerulea 'Regina'
This variety was discovered in Brazil near the ocean in shady sandy soil, introduced by Sid Gardino, and named after his wife, Regina.


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