Iris Pallida Argentea Variegata 1 Gal

Silver-variegated Sweet Iris

Iris pallida 'Argentea Variegata'

Plant Height: 18 inches

Flower Height: 24 inches

Spacing: 14 inches

Sunlight: full sun partial shade

Hardiness Zone: 3a

Other Names: Zebra Iris, Sweet Flag

Description:

This visually stunning iris features sword-like leaves variegated with silvery-white and gray-green stripes; fragrant lavender-blue blooms in early summer; excellent massed in groupings in the garden; will quickly form dense colonies

Ornamental Features

Silver-variegated Sweet Iris has masses of beautiful lavender flag-like flowers with blue overtones, purple throats and a gold beard at the ends of the stems from late spring to early summer, which are most effective when planted in groupings. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Its attractive sword-like leaves emerge buttery yellow in spring, turning grayish green in colour with showy white variegation and tinges of silver throughout the season.

Landscape Attributes

Silver-variegated Sweet Iris is an herbaceous perennial with an upright spreading habit of growth. Its medium texture blends into the garden, but can always be balanced by a couple of finer or coarser plants for an effective composition.

This plant will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and should be cut back in late fall in preparation for winter. Deer don't particularly care for this plant and will usually leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration;

Insects
Silver-variegated Sweet Iris is recommended for the following landscape applications;

Mass Planting
General Garden Use