Iris 'Katharine Hodgkin' (Reticulata)
iris
The great attributes of this plant have been recognised by the Royal Horticultural Society with their Award of Garden Merit. The flowers...
As subtle as a hand-painted paperweight. This early dwarf iris needs close inspection if you are to enjoy the silver-blue petals streaked, veined and spotted in sea-green and yellow.
Plant description
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 Katharine Hodgkin (Reticulata):
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