Stinking Iris. An evergreen iris, silver leaves with white variegation and stems of dull purple flowers tinged with yellow in early summer. Large seed capsules split open to reveal scarlet seeds in autumn. Max Height 30cm to 90cm. Max Spread 30cm to 90cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Harmful if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Iris foetidissima ‘Variegata’
An evergreen iris, silver leaves with white variegation and stems of dull purple flowers tinged with yellow in early summer. Large seed capsules split open to reveal scarlet seeds in autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Iris |
|---|---|
| Species | foetidissima |
| Varietry | 'Variegata' |
| Common Name | Stinking Iris |
| Flower Colour | purple, yellow |
| Soil | Lime-free |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 30cm, 90cm |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Spread | 30cm, 90cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | silver, white |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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