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| Family | Iridaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 2a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
| | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in) | | Spread | 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline |
| | Description | Iris setosa var. arctica (dwarf arctic iris) bears faded azure blooms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is deep green in colour. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging and wild flower. | | Special Characteristics | This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits. | | Cautions | Iris setosa var. arctica (dwarf arctic iris) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk. | | |
