Iris 'White Van Vliet'
Dutch iris bulbs (syn. Iris hollandica)
Impressive late spring and early summer flowers, with glowing white standards (occasionally with just a hint of a...
40 + 20 FREE bulbs
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£5.99
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Plant description
Impressive late spring and early summer flowers, with glowing white standards (occasionally with just a hint of a silvery blue flush), rising above the broader, yellow-daubed falls. They're sought after by florists because they are long-lasting in the vase, and their long, straight stems give them an elegant appeal.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
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Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
How to care for Iris White Van Vliet:
Plant 10cm deep and 10cm apart in naturalistic drifts in September or October in a well-drained, sunny site.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
GOES WELL WITH
Simple but stylish protection
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