{"product_id":"giant-apostle-s-iris-regina-iris-neomarica-caerulea-regina-iris","title":"Giant Apostle’s Iris ‘Regina Iris’ (Neomarica caerulea ‘Regina Iris’)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"76\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"76\"\u003eGiant Apostle’s Iris ‘Regina Iris’ (Neomarica caerulea ‘Regina Iris’)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"557\"\u003eNeomarica caerulea ‘Regina Iris’—commonly called \u003cstrong data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eGiant Apostle’s Iris\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"171\"\u003eWalking Iris\u003c\/strong\u003e—is a stunning tropical perennial known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"241\"\u003esword-like foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"268\"\u003eorchid-like blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e in shades of \u003cstrong data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"300\"\u003eblue to violet\u003c\/strong\u003e. It’s called “walking iris” because after flowering, plantlets can form on the bloom stalk and eventually root when they touch the ground, slowly “walking” outward over time. It’s an excellent choice for \u003cstrong data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"531\"\u003etropical shade gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, borders, and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"717\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"573\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e shaded landscape beds, tropical borders, patio containers, pool areas (filtered light), and anyone who wants iris-like blooms in warm climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"722\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"748\"\u003e🌿 Plant Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"769\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"790\"\u003eNeomarica caerulea\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Regina Iris’\u003cbr data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"807\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giant Apostle’s Iris, Walking Iris, Regina Iris\u003cbr data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"874\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"889\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical perennial \/ rhizomatous ornamental\u003cbr data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"936\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, sword-like leaves; clumping form; looks similar to iris foliage\u003cbr data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003eBlooms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iris-like, orchid-style flowers (blue\/violet tones); blooms are often short-lived but appear in cycles\u003cbr data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clumping with “walking” plantlets on flower stalks (spreads gradually over time)\u003cbr data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003eTypically \u003cstrong data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003e2–4 ft tall\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003e2–3 ft wide\u003c\/strong\u003e (varies by conditions)\u003cbr data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eVisual Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical, clean, architectural foliage + elegant blooms\u003cbr data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8b–11 (best performance in warm, frost-free climates; protect from hard freezes)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003e🪴 Care \u0026amp; Maintenance Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e🌞 Light\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003eBest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to bright filtered light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003eTolerates: Morning sun (gentle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003eAvoid: Harsh afternoon sun in hot climates (can scorch leaves)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003eTip: More light can mean more blooms, but filtered light keeps foliage looking best\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003eWater when the top \u003cstrong data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1864\"\u003e1–2 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e of soil begin to dry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003eKeep evenly moist during warm months (especially in containers)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003eOnce established in the ground, it can handle short dry periods, but blooms best with regular moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003e🪨 Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2214\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2080\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003eRich, well-draining soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003eWorks great in a quality potting mix for containers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2214\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2214\"\u003eAdd compost to in-ground beds for stronger growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2295\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2295\"\u003eIdeal temperature: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e60–85°F (16–29°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003eEnjoys humidity but adapts well in many warm climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003eProtect from frost; foliage may burn in cold but can regrow from the base in mild winters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2451\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003e🌿 Fertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2521\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2521\"\u003eFeed every \u003cstrong data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2498\"\u003e6–8 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e in spring and summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2565\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2565\"\u003eUse a balanced fertilizer at label rate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2566\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003eReduce feeding in fall\/winter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2599\" data-end=\"2631\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"2631\"\u003e✂️ Pruning \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2863\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003eRemove spent flower stalks after blooming (optional)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2732\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2691\" data-end=\"2732\"\u003eTrim brown leaf tips for a cleaner look\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2733\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003eDivide clumps every few years if it becomes crowded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2789\" data-end=\"2863\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"2863\"\u003eTip: Plantlets can be rooted to start new plants (the “walking” feature)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2865\" data-end=\"2889\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2869\" data-end=\"2889\"\u003e⚠️ Common Issues\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2890\" data-end=\"3100\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2890\" data-end=\"2938\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2892\" data-end=\"2938\"\u003eFew blooms: not enough light or underfeeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2939\" data-end=\"2998\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2941\" data-end=\"2998\"\u003eBrown tips: underwatering, heat stress, or low humidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2999\" data-end=\"3050\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3001\" data-end=\"3050\"\u003eYellowing leaves: overwatering or poor drainage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3051\" data-end=\"3100\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3053\" data-end=\"3100\"\u003eSnails\/slugs: may nibble tender growth outdoors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3102\" data-end=\"3105\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3136\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3110\" data-end=\"3136\"\u003e📦 What You’ll Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3391\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3244\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3139\" data-end=\"3244\"\u003eOne healthy \u003cstrong data-start=\"3151\" data-end=\"3225\"\u003eNeomarica caerulea ‘Regina Iris’ (Giant Apostle’s Iris \/ Walking Iris)\u003c\/strong\u003e in a nursery pot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3245\" data-end=\"3324\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3247\" data-end=\"3324\"\u003eNatural variations in height, bloom timing, and foliage fullness are normal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3325\" data-end=\"3391\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3327\" data-end=\"3391\"\u003eMinor cosmetic leaf marks may occur from normal growing\/handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3396\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3398\" data-end=\"3422\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3401\" data-end=\"3422\"\u003e✅ Acclimation Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3423\" data-end=\"3626\"\u003eAfter delivery, place the plant in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3458\" data-end=\"3489\"\u003ebright shade\/filtered light\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong data-start=\"3494\" data-end=\"3506\"\u003e2–4 days\u003c\/strong\u003e before increasing sun exposure. Keep soil lightly moist while it adjusts. Avoid repotting immediately unless necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3628\" data-end=\"3631\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3633\" data-end=\"3654\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3636\" data-end=\"3654\"\u003e⚠️ Safety Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3655\" data-end=\"3797\"\u003eGenerally considered \u003cstrong data-start=\"3676\" data-end=\"3688\"\u003elow risk\u003c\/strong\u003e, but any plant can cause mild stomach upset if ingested. 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