iris pallida
'Variegata'
Variegated Iris
Family |
Iridaceae |
Genus |
iris |
Species |
pallida |
Cultivar |
'Variegata' |
Category |
Perennials |
USDA Hardiness Zone |
4 - 9 |
Canadian Hardiness Zone |
5 |
RHS Hardiness Zone |
H7 |
Height |
60 - 91 cm |
Spread |
45 - 60 cm |
Landscape |
Mixed borders. |
Cultivation |
Full sun and partial-shade. Moist, humusy and well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. |
Shape |
Upright and linear. |
Growth |
Medium |
Pests |
Susceptible to iris borer. Deer tolerant. |
Habitat |
Horticultural origin. |
Leaf Description |
Sword-shaped leaves that are 60 cm long and sweetly fragrant. |
Colour Description |
Greyish-green leaves with cream stripe. |
Notable Specimens |
The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |