The White African Iris (scientific name: Dietes iridioides) is a rhizomatous evergreen blooming ornamental grass-like perennial that produces flower shoots from spring into fall with eye-catching white blooms that have accents of yellow and purple-blue. The lush green foliage of this Iris plant forms a large fan-like pattern white provides year-round color and has a clumping growth habit of 2-3 feet with a spread of 2-4 feet. African Irises are very easy to grow and will thrive in moist and well-drained soils in locations that will receive full sun to part shade. The White African Iris is known by several names such as the Cape Iris, Fortnight Lily or simply the wild white Iris. Many gardeners choose to plant African Irises in their Mediterranean-themed and coastal landscapes and container gardens to attract bees and butterflies.
The White African Iris (Fortnight Lily) is celebrated for its elegant white blooms with distinctive yellow and purple markings, providing a tropical touch to any garden.
This white blooming perennial plant typically grows with a clumping growth habit to a height of 2-3 feet with a spread of 2-4 feet, making it a compact yet striking addition to garden beds.
This African Iris thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8-11, flourishing in warmer climates.
Prefers full sun to partial shade, allowing versatility in planting locations from sunny borders to lightly shaded areas.
Ideal for use in borders, mass plantings, or as an accent plant in water-wise gardens, this iris plant adds a touch of elegance and resilience.
Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring and midsummer to promote lush growth and prolific blooming throughout the growing season.
If you are working on a big landscape project, consider ordering 1-2 of these African Iris plants online at Lowes to ensure they meet your specifications before placing an order for your entire project
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