Iris pallida 'Argentea'

Also Known As

Iris pallida 'Albo Variegata'
Iris pallida 'Albovariegata'
Iris pallida 'Argentea Variegata'
Iris pallida 'Argenteo Variegata'
Dalmation Iris
Silver-variegated Sweet Iris

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 6"-18"

planting zones

6a-10b

More Options

Iris pallida 'Argentea' plant details

Iris pallida 'Argentea' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and summer blue and lavender flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris pallida 'Argentea'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris pallida 'Argentea'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fragrant, lilac blue blooms with white and green, striped leaves. Foliage variegation may diminish in the fall. An excellent, bold, variegated exclamation point to provide a little vertical excitement at the front or mid border.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Probably the showiest of the variegated Iris, boldly marked foliage, makes a dramatic accent even when not in bloom, one of the most stunning variegated plants, especially attractive when planted in large drifts. ZONE 4

By: Arrowhead Alpines

An beloved old garden plant and a standout, with erect fans, to 18-30" tall, variegated in stripes of creamy white on green. Native to Croatia in Dalmatia Province, hence the common name. Lavender-blue flowers with yellow beards arrive in late spring to early summer with a sweet aroma. Sun on the coast -- otherwise light shade -- and excellent drainage with regular summer moisture. Evergreen to 15F, mid USDA zone 8 and perennial to at least 0F, zone 7.