Dietes iridioides ‘Variegata’
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Variegated Butterfly Iris
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Small |
| Mature Height & Spread | 3-4' x 2-3' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water | Medium Water |
| Flower Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Spring, Summer |
| Special Features | Shade Tolerant |
| Natural Growth Habit | Upright |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 8, 9, 12-24 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 9-11 |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
This evergreen perennial has variegated leaves that are a dull green with creamy-yellow marginal stripes that produces clumps of long upright narrow leaves that reach 4 feet tall. The flowers rise above the foliage and have outer white petals with a golden area near the base and the inner petals are white flecked with brown at the base. Flowers year round in coastal southern California gardens with individual flower lasting only one day but are quickly followed by new flowers. Flushes of flowers appear on roughly a two week cycle which has given this plant its common name of fortnight lily. The fortnight lily is very drought tolerant in shade but can also be grown in full sun with regular to occasional irrigation. Seems to bloom best with regular watering. A good container plant or use in mass.
