Aristea major Annual Sadly this is also the

Sadly this is also the least hardy form of the species

decent drainage and dappled shade to full sun

sunny spaces and on hot

Actually an easy garden plant if given well drained soil and bright exposure

Wonderful in containers and makes a fine houseplant

Aristea major Annual Sadly this is also theOf this intriguing group of blue flowered irids mostly from South Africa, we had thought this species too tender for permanent planting in these parts, but they have thriven for many years now, giving us courage. Easy in average garden conditions and luscious with summer water, with bright green, iris like leaves to 2 ft or a bit more, and clusters of sky blue flowers from spring through fall all from the small inflorescence, so don't cut them back.