Canadian Geographic Photo Club - Iris Versicolor, also known as the blue flag iris
  

Iris Versicolor, also known as the blue flag iris

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by Yvan from St-Jérôme CA on 16 May 2026
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The flowers bloom in late spring to early summer (May to June) and are known for their striking blue, violet, and white colors, often marked with yellow and intricate vein patterns. The flowers consist of three upright petals and three larger, drooping sepals, creating a unique and attractive appearance , It is also now the official floral emblem of Quebec , exposure data : 100 mm macro-lens 1/800 sec f/11 , the first of June 2024 , And in fact, at the beginning of June every year, this magnificent wildflower adds to the décor of the beginning of summer.

  • Camera: NIKON D3500
  • Shutter speed: 0.00125 sec
tagged: flower iris plant petal geranium green yellow purple pink flowering_plant close-up northern_blue_flag

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