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Iris'Variegata'

Botanical name: Iris foetidissima 'Variegata'
Plant size: 40cm x 50-60cm tall
Depth & spacing: Plant with the crown at soil level & 40-50cm apart.
Flowering time: Rarely flowers but it's the striped green and cream foliage that creates a wonderful display.
Watering: Once established this plant is drought tolerant but should be watered well when first planted
Preferred soil: This plant is tolerant of a wide variety of soils but a rich soil is ideal.
Preferred aspect: Part shade.
Fertilising: Feed annually in early Spring with a general purpose fertiliser.

Last Reviewed: 13/02/2004 11:30:36 AM
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