Perennials
Iris pallida 'Albo-Variegata'
Sweet Iris
Iris pallida 'Albo-variegata' also known as 'Argentea Variegata' is a very old garden plant, still as popular as ever. It forms a low clump of striped sword-like leaves emerging creamy yellow and turning silvery-white as the season progresses. Grey-green stripes run lengthwise, remaining nearly evergreen in mild winter regions. Fragrant lavender-blue flowers appear in early summer. Excellent for cutting. Plants must have excellent drainage, particularly in hot, humid summer regions or areas with wet winters. Clumps may be easily divided every 3 to 4 years in late summer, exactly as you would treat a Bearded Iris.
Sweet Iris Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Very similar in growth and habit to tall bearded iris. Very fragrant and drought tolerant.
Height:24-30 in |
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Spread:12-18 in |
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Hardiness Zone:3 - 9 |
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Great Companion Plants for Iris pallida 'Albo-Variegata'
Larkspur
(Delphinium Delphina™ 'Dark Blue White Bee')
Daylily
(Hemerocallis 'Gentle Shepherd')
Lavender
(Lavandula x intermedia 'Phenomenal')
Tickseed
(Coreopsis Big Bang™ 'Mercury Rising')
Cranesbill
(Geranium cantabrigiense 'Biokovo')
Coneflower
(Echinacea purpurea 'PowWow White')
Groundcover Phlox
(Phlox 'Violet Pinwheels')
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Tall Bearded Iris
(Iris germanica 'War Chief')
Tall Bearded Iris
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Tall bearded iris
(Iris germanica 'Rosalie Figg')
Blue Flag
(Iris versicolor )
Tall Bearded Iris
(Iris germanica 'Frappe')
Tall Bearded Iris
(Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills')
Tall Bearded Iris
(Iris germanica 'Pumpkin Cheesecake')
Tall Bearded Iris
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