Iris hollandica ‘Blue Magic’ | Blue Magic Dutch Iris

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DESCRIPTION
Iris hollandica 'Blue Magic', commonly known as Dutch Iris 'Blue Magic,' is a striking spring-blooming perennial valued for its elegant deep blue flowers and slender, sword-like foliage. This cultivar features large, elegant blooms with three upright petals (standards) and three cascading petals (falls) marked by a prominent central yellow blotch and white highlights. The flowers, borne on sturdy stems reaching 18-24 inches, are long-lasting and make excellent cut flowers. 'Blue Magic' has bright to dark green, sword-shaped leaves that grow 12-18 inches tall, adding a vertical element to the garden. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it is ideal for borders, rock gardens, containers, and floral arrangements, offering vibrant color and versatility in garden designs.

DESCRIPTION
Iris hollandica 'Blue Magic', commonly known as Dutch Iris 'Blue Magic,' is a striking spring-blooming perennial valued for its elegant deep blue flowers and slender, sword-like foliage. This cultivar features large, elegant blooms with three upright petals (standards) and three cascading petals (falls) marked by a prominent central yellow blotch and white highlights. The flowers, borne on sturdy stems reaching 18-24 inches, are long-lasting and make excellent cut flowers. 'Blue Magic' has bright to dark green, sword-shaped leaves that grow 12-18 inches tall, adding a vertical element to the garden. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it is ideal for borders, rock gardens, containers, and floral arrangements, offering vibrant color and versatility in garden designs.

 

  • Family: Iridaceae
    Height: 18-24 inches
    Width: 4-6 inches
    Foliage Color: Green
    Flower Color: Deep blue with yellow and white markings
    Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
    Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
    Water Requirements: Moderate, prefers well-drained soil
    Maintenance: Low
    Growing Zones: USDA zones 6-9
    Wildlife Attractors: Bees, butterflies

    This plant can be seen at the Carl S. English Botanical Gardens.

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