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Iridaceae
Butterfly Iris
Dietes grandiflora
Elegance and transformation.
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Genus
- Dietes
- Native to
- South Africa
- Bloom season
- Spring, Summer
- Type
- evergreen perennial
- Height
- 2-4 ft
- Sunlight
- full sun to part shade
- Soil
- Well-drained, fertile soil
- Water
- moderate
- Hardiness
- 8-11
- Lifespan
- perennial
Did you know
- Each butterfly iris flower lasts only three days, but the plant produces a continuous succession of blooms over months.
- The flowers have intricate markings with dark spots and yellow patches that serve as nectar guides for pollinators.
- Butterfly iris is one of the most drought-tolerant iris species, surviving extended dry periods once established.
- The stiff, sword-like leaves remain attractive year-round, providing structure in the garden even when not in bloom.
- Old flower stems should be left on the plant as they will rebloom from the same stems for several years running.
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