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Large-Leaf African Iris

Dietes Grandiflora

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Overview

The Dietes grandiflora, or Large-Leaf African Iris, features impressively large, sword-shaped leaves reaching up to 4 feet in height. It showcases striking white flowers, each spanning around 4 inches across with splashes of yellow and violet. This evergreen perennial prefers full sun to light shade and requires moderate watering. Hardy and versatile, it adds elegance to any landscape with its clumping habit and year-round interest. Ideal for USDA zones 8-11.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–11Type PerennialClimate Mediterranean, Subtropical

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 8 through 11.<br><br>For optimal growth; perennial with gold and

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — the African Iris requires well-draining soil and moderate watering; commonly referred to as the, image 63

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — evergreen perennial that makes a striking addition to any garden with its elegant and architectural, image 55

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — sword-shaped leaves that reach an imposing height of roughly 2 to 4 feet with a similar spread; offering an

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — evergreen perennial that makes a striking addition to any garden with its elegant and architectural form

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — this iris relative is prized for its tall

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — offering an enchanting display from late spring through summer

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Iridaceae
Climate: Mediterranean, Subtropical

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Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 8 through 11.<br><br>For optimal growth; perennial with gold and

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — the African Iris requires well-draining soil and moderate watering; commonly referred to as the, image 63

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — evergreen perennial that makes a striking addition to any garden with its elegant and architectural, image 55

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — sword-shaped leaves that reach an imposing height of roughly 2 to 4 feet with a similar spread; offering an

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — evergreen perennial that makes a striking addition to any garden with its elegant and architectural form

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — this iris relative is prized for its tall

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — offering an enchanting display from late spring through summer

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — ensuring a visually dynamic and harmonious space for clients to enjoy; perennial for full or half or shade

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — branched stems that rise above the foliage

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — It showcases striking white flowers, each spanning around 4 inches across with splashes of yellow and violet

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — its use as a border plant

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — The dark green foliage forms dense clumps that provide a luscious backdrop for the showy; its use as, image 58

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — This species is particularly well-suited to mass plantings in sunny to partially shaded areas, image 61

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — It can adapt to a variety of soil types and is relatively low maintenance; or its suitability for naturalized

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — gold and multi-colored and violet and white flowers in the garden; evergreen perennial that makes a striking

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — The dark green foliage forms dense clumps that provide a luscious backdrop for the showy

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — It showcases striking white flowers, each spanning around 4 inches across with splashes of yellow, image 26

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — sword-shaped leaves reaching up to 4 feet in height; hardy and versatile, it adds elegance to any, image 73

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — perennial for full or half or shade; ensuring a visually dynamic and harmonious space for clients to, image 72

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — evergreen perennial that makes a striking addition to any garden with its elegant and architectural form; gold

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — Ideal for USDA zones 8-11; this iris relative is prized for its tall, image 77

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — This species is particularly well-suited to mass plantings in sunny to partially shaded areas, image 37

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — sword-shaped leaves that reach an imposing height of roughly 2 to 4 feet with a similar spread, image 57

Large-Leaf African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora) — The dark green foliage forms dense clumps that provide a luscious backdrop for the showy; its use as a border

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