Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Zebra Iris Featured Plant of The Day

Iris pallida 'Aurea-variegata'
Sweet Iris, Dalmation Iris, Zebra Iris
Type Perennial
Hardy range 4A to 8A
Height 24" to 36" / 60cm to 90cm
Spread 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Growth rate Average
Form Upright or erect
Exposure Full sun

Bloom Color Blue
Bloom Time Spring and Summer

The flowers are fragrant.


Environment 
This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green, variegated and yellow

Culture Notes 

The powdery dried-up rhizomes of this species contain an ingredient (orris) which is used in the production of many perfumes. 'Aurea Variegata' has striped, yellowish-green variegated foliage and light blue blossoms.

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