Iris longipetala
Family: Iridaceae
Common names: FLAG, FLEUR-DE-LIS, SWORD LILY
Native to: Western United States
Sentiment: message
Plant
Type: perennial
Forms: erect, tufted
Max height: 2 feet
Max width: 2 feet
Flower
secondary color present, white/off white
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: adult butterfly, specific butterfly species
Exposure: light shade, sun
Propagates by: seed
flowers in spring
flowers in summer
Soil types: clay, well drained
USDA Zones: zone 5 to -20 f, zone 6 to -10 f, zone 7 to 0 f, zone 8 to +10 f, zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: -20 to +30 °F
Water: regular
