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Iris japonica Variegated Crested Iris 180MM
Iris japonica ‘Variegated Crested Iris’ – 180MM
(Not currently available to be ordered)
I am Variegated Crested Iris. My family originated from Asia
| Easy to grow and low maintenance I am a variegated form of the popular Crested Iris. I am the perfect choice to add structure and brighten up shady areas with my cream variegations and upright strappy form.
My blooms are a delicate white with yellow centred petals and inner petals of mauve and white with frilly “bearded” ends. The blooms perform well when cut to be enjoyed indoors. Hardy and adaptable I am just as happy planted out in the garden or grown in pots and other containers. |
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Part to Full Shade (morning or filtered sun for 4-6 hours, to no direct sun) |
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Height: 0.6m Width: 0.6m (Can be kept trimmed to Height: 0.6m Width: 0.6m) |
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I need minimal water once established |
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Great For Pots |
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Suitable for coastal planting, I am happy in most soils including those that are poor and impoverished |
| I am popular and will make you happy because… |
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I produce white Iris-like flowers on branched stems in spring and summer |
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I grow well in pots and am a great way to brighten up patios and paved areas |
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Flowering in late spring and summer my blooms and variegated foliage may be cut to be enjoyed indoors |
- Plant me:
- in pots and other containers
- in hanging baskets
- in garden beds and general landscaping
- to be cut flowers to be enjoyed indoors
| Tips for success… |
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I benefit from a yearly feed and a blanket of mulch every so often |
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Plant me 40cm apart |
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100% Recyclable Pot and Label Most pots and labels made from 100% recycled polypropylene |
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