Bicolor Iris
Bicolor Iris
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Dietes bicolor
Dietes bicolor
Bicolor Iris, Bicolored Iris, African Iris, Dietes, Peacock Flower
South Africa
1.5
–
2 feet
1.5
–
2 feet
Full Sun
Part Sun/Shade
Low
Deer Resistant
Flowering
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About This Plant
Sun/part shade. A clump-forming and self-sowing iris with graceful sword-like foliage resembling ornamental grass. Yellowish blooms last for one day. Butterfly iris is similar, but with wider leaves.
Maintenance
Occasional grooming to remove spent foliage. Clumps can be divided with a shovel.
Features
Plant Type:
Perennial
Size:
1.5-2' H, 1.5-2' W
Sunlight Requirements:
Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade
Soil Types:
Clay, Sandy
Wildlife:
Butterflies
Flower Color:
Cream, White, Yellow
Bloom Time:
April, May, June
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
This plant goes well with
Aquilegia chrysantha hinckleyana
Hesperaloe parviflora
Salvia farinacea x longispicata 'Indigo Spires'
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