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    The Western Blue Flag iris is a multi-petaled blue-violet flower that grows up to 18 inches tall. It is commonly planted around the Diversity Monument at Athenian for aesthetic purposes, where it requires irrigation due to the hot, dry conditions, and tends to grow in areas with some shade and sun. The large, thick leaves of the Western Blue Flag iris are durable and were historically used to create rope, but the plant can spread quickly if not properly managed.

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    The Western Blue Flag iris is a multi-petaled blue-violet flower that grows up to 18 inches tall. It is commonly planted around the Diversity Monument at Athenian for aesthetic purposes, where it requires irrigation due to the hot, dry conditions, and tends to grow in areas with some shade and sun. The large, thick leaves of the Western Blue Flag iris are durable and were historically used to create rope, but the plant can spread quickly if not properly managed.

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    The Western Blue Flag iris is a multi-petaled blue-violet flower that grows up to 18 inches tall. It is commonly planted around the Diversity Monument at Athenian for aesthetic purposes, where it requires irrigation due to the hot, dry conditions, and tends to grow in areas with some shade and sun. The large, thick leaves of the Western Blue Flag iris are durable and were historically used to create rope, but the plant can spread quickly if not properly managed.

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    Western Blue Flag Characteristics

    Iris missouriensis Appearance: Multi-petaled flowers are blue-


    violet; large, long thick leaves
    Size: Up to 18” in height
    The Western Blue Flag is common in
    Location: Planted around the Diversity Monument
    North America. At Athenian, it is planted
    Season: Blooms in spring
    mostly for aesthetic purposes. Irises
    need quite a bit of water and are often Hazards: Roots are toxic to humans if eaten
    found near streams or other wet areas.
    Due to the hot, dry conditions at
    Athenian, they require irrigation on
    campus. They tend to grow in areas with
    some shade and some sun. Throughout
    history, irises have been used to create rope or similar tough woven objects because the leaves of
    the plant are so durable. Irises can also spread quickly, which can be a problem if unwanted.

    Sources
    CA Native Plant Society
    USDA Plant Guide
    OutsidePride Plant Sales

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