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A Tiny Native Iris
April 29, 2026 Dwarf Crested Iris (Iris cristata), native to the eastern, midwestern, and southeastern United States. Their preferred locations seem to be the Appalachian Mountains, and the Ozark Mountains, preferring conditions of rocky soil or stream banks. I think of Irises as being tall and elegant flowers, this one may certainly be elegant but…
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Miniature Iris Growing In The Garden
April 20, 2025 A bright spot in one of my gardens. Flowers my Mom would adore. Dwarf Crested Iris (Iris cristata), found on rocky, wooded slopes. Native to the eastern and southern United States. Quite short for an Iris, it grows to between 4 and 9 inches tall, and spreads by rhizomes. Wonderful to see…