variegated iris

Also known as: Hungarian iris

A hardy, rhizomatous perennial with sword-shaped dark green ribbed foliage and tall, branched flowering stems holding 2 to 3 yellow-white flowers with brown-purple markings on the lower, drooping petals, these appearing from May to June

variegated iris

Scientific classification

Species: variegated iris (Iris variegata)
Genus: Iris
Family: Iridaceae

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type: 0.1-0.5 metres
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of variegated iris

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Culture

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Toxicity

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of variegated iris

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variegated iris care guide

Medium moisture growing period, drier soil once flowering cycle fully finishes
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Medium moisture growing period, drier soil once flowering cycle fully finishes

Fertilizing

Diluted iris bulb feed every three to four weeks spring blooming season

Pruning

Remove spent flower stems and any dying foliage in autumn

Propagation

Propagate by division, see dividing iris for more detailed advice

Growing

Grow in well-drained, fertile, neutral to slightly acid soil in full sun. Will tolerate some shade. See bearded iris cultivation for more detailed advice

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