Botanical Name: Iris versicolor
Height: about i m
Season of bloom: June.
Growing Conditions: Full sun to part sun. Moist to wet.
Wildlife benefits: Wild Irises are visited by hummingbirds and large bees.
From Ottawa Valley or eastern Ontario sources: Yes
Remarks: The floral emblem of Quebec. Ideal for cottage shoreline restorations.
Similar species: Beach-head Iris
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