This diminutive plant is hardy in my zone 6 region.  This particular clump is growing in a friend’s garden, and in full bloom now; a wonderful addition to the early spring garden.  This plant is a fine companion to the more common spring flowers such as crocus, snowdrops and early daffodils.  

Iris reticulata are easy to cultivate, requiring little more that the occasional division, as do their full-size relatives.  Care should be taken when removing mulch in the early spring to avoid damaging the tender, new growth as these little plants emerge.

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