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Yellow Dalmation Iris

Iris Pallida 'Variegata'

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Overview

The Iris pallida 'Variegata', commonly known as the Yellow Dalmatian Iris, is a captivating perennial with striking variegated foliage. Leaves are sword-like, featuring creamy yellow stripes along their length, reaching up to 24 inches tall. In late spring to early summer, it produces fragrant, light lavender-blue flowers on stems that can rise to 36 inches high. This hardy plant thrives in full to partial sun and well-drained soil, perfect for accentuating borders and aromatic gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–9Climate Temperate
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — commonly known as the Yellow Dalmatian Iris
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — is a captivating perennial with striking variegated foliageYellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — Leaves are sword-like, featuring creamy yellow stripes along their length, reaching up to 24 inches tallYellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — In late spring to early summerYellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — This hardy plant thrives in full to partial sun and well-drained soilYellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — light lavender-blue flowers on stems that can rise to 36 inches highYellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — The Iris pallida 'Variegata,' commonly referred to as the Yellow Dalmatian Iris+18

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Mature height
2–3 Ft.
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Family
Iridaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — commonly known as the Yellow Dalmatian Iris
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — is a captivating perennial with striking variegated foliage
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — Leaves are sword-like, featuring creamy yellow stripes along their length, reaching up to 24 inches tall
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — In late spring to early summer
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — This hardy plant thrives in full to partial sun and well-drained soil
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — light lavender-blue flowers on stems that can rise to 36 inches high
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — The Iris pallida 'Variegata,' commonly referred to as the Yellow Dalmatian Iris
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — perfect for accentuating borders and aromatic gardens
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — with a spread of 18 to 24 inches
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — This species typically reaches heights of 24 to 36 inches
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — renowned for their grape-like fragrance
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — the Yellow Dalmatian Iris produces pale lavender-blue flowers
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — which can grow up to 4 inches across.<br><br>Flourishing in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 9
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — Iris pallida 'Variegata' thrives in full sun to partial shade
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — It prefers well-drained soil, with moderate moisture
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — When planting, spacing should be approximately 18 to 24 inches apart to ensure each plant has room to mature
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — This iris variety is low maintenance
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — drought-tolerant once established
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — Its foliage provides lasting interest even when the plant is not in bloom
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — and as a structural component in perennial beds
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — making it a valuable addition to the landscape throughout the growing season
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — blue flowers in the garden
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — perennial with blue blooms
Yellow Dalmation Iris (Iris Pallida 'Variegata') — perennial for full or half

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