Grow Me Instead
Rocky mountain iris
Iris missouriensis
About This Species
Zone 3a
• BC Native 
Grow me instead of Flowering rush
This native iris has attractive sword-like foliage and delicate, large, deep violet-blue flowers. It is tolerant of medium to wet soils and grows 30 – 60 cm tall. It flowers from May to June. This iris is quite low maintenance and does not need a lot of special care.
When selecting non-invasive plants for your garden, be sure to look for those that are suitable for your location, including moisture requirements, hardiness zone, and avoidance of known bear attractants among other factors.
Plant Special Features
Fire smart
Bear smart
Pollinator friendly
Moisture Requirements
Consistently moist or wet conditions