Dwarf crested iris (Iris cristata)

Also known as:
dwarf crested iris, crested iris,
When someone says "ground cover", iris is not usually the plant that jumps to mind. Dwarf crested iris does make a good ground cover. It grows only 6 or 7 inches tall and forms a dense mat.
Size Range:
- Small plant (6-12 inches)
Light Exposure:
- Full sun (6 hrs direct light daily),
- Partial sun/shade (4-6 hrs light daily)
Native Locale:
- Illinois,
- North America