Iris laevigata 'Variegata'

Also Known As

Variegated Japanese Water Iris

Plant type

perennial, aquatic

size

H: 16"-30"
W: 16"-30"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Iris laevigata 'Variegata' plant details

Iris laevigata 'Variegata' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial aquatic with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris laevigata 'Variegata'

Plant type: perennial aquatic
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 16 IN - 30 IN - wide, 16 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: clumping, cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, naturalizing, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris laevigata 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

For the bog or pond edge, this lovely blue-flowered Iris has sturdy 18" sword-like leaves attractively striped with creamy-white; an eye-catcher. S/M-W

By: Forestfarm

Evergreen foliage on this 30" tall Iris retains its broad, vertical cream striping all year. Thrives in the garden in any moisture retentive soil OR can be submerged as an aquatic in 6-8 inches of water…crested flowers of near 'true blue' in early summer are dazzling! Plants are vigorous growers in sun to part shade. Will make a nice large clump in wet areas. Choice and seldom offered!

By: Secret Garden Growers

Hands down one of the most versatile and best Irises. Bright and wide variegated leaves set off the almost true blue, large flowers. Grows in average soil to shallow water and is very hardy.

By: Edelweiss Perennials

Green and white striped foliage with gorgeous blue flowers. Good pond, bog or generally damp place plant.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Gardening facts about Iris laevigata 'Variegata' plant

How to Grow Iris laevigata 'Variegata'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant