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Dietes vegeta

Butterfly Iris

Plant photo of: Dietes vegeta
Information by:         Photographer: Dave Ryden

 

Description

This clumping evergreen iris bears tall, narrow leaves to 30" tall and white flowers marked purple in the center on stalks up to 3' tall. This variety has stiffer, darker foiliage than the bicolor form. It requires sun to part shade with little or no summer watering when established. -Monterey Bay Nursery

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Flower Color

Yellow, White, Multi-Colored

Flower Season

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.