Iris 'Painted Lady' (Reticulata)
iris bulbs
One of the earliest bulbs into bloom each year, reticulata iris make fine additions to alpine beds, pots, windowboxes, and front of...
20 × bulbs
£6.99
available to order from autumn 2024
60 × bulbs
£18.00
£20.97
available to order from autumn 2024
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Plant description
One of the earliest bulbs into bloom each year, reticulata iris make fine additions to alpine beds, pots, windowboxes, and front of border positions. Their delicate appearance belies the fact that they are in fact pretty tough, often having to push their way up through the snow. The petals are a soft blue, and the falls are each freckled with stronger blue and have a yellow blush. Very pretty.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
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Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
How to care for Iris Painted Lady (Reticulata):
Plant bulbs 5cm deep and 5-10cm apart in the autumn, in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Water moderately while they are actively growing and keep reasonably dry during their dormant period.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
GOES WELL WITH
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