Iris reticulata Painted Lady Bulbs, pack of 30 bulbs
£9.00
notes
Although delicate in appearance, the dwarf Iris Painted Lady is in fact remarkably tough, often pushing through the snow to be one of the first spring bulbs to emerge after winter. Its pretty flowers bear white standards etched with pale blue, with freckled falls blushed with yellow. Pack of 30 bulbs.
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Dimensions
- Pack size: 30 bulbs
- Height and Spread: up to 50cm (1ft 7in) x W: 10cm (4in)
Features
notes
Although delicate in appearance, the dwarf Iris Painted Lady is in fact remarkably tough, often pushing through the snow to be one of the first spring bulbs to emerge after winter. Its pretty flowers bear white standards etched with pale blue, with freckled falls blushed with yellow. Pack of 30 bulbs.
Insights
As a Reticulata iris with its origins in Turkey, Painted Lady likes to be in a sunny position with good drainage. Perfect for a pot on the terrace or positioned in the front of a spring border, for some elegant early colour.
Details
- Flowers: January - March
- Hardy
Planting
- Well drained soil
- East, South or West aspects
- Full sun
- Planting Time and Depth: Sept-Nov, 5cm (2in) deep and 5-10 cm apart
Care
- Bulbs are toxic to pets or humans if ingested
Glossary