Dietes bicolor

Also Known As

African Iris
Bicolor Iris
Peacock Flower
Yellow Butterfly Iris

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

8b-11

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Dietes bicolor plant details

Dietes bicolor is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dietes bicolor

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dietes bicolor

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The beautiful primrose yellow petals are touched with orange and black at the base on the 2-3" flowers and are held on tall branching sturdy stems on and off throughout the warmer months. This durable clump forming evergreen perennial produces a grass-like effect with its upright to arching narrow medium green foliage making it an excellent accent plant even when not in flower. The Yellow Butterfly Iris is tolerant of most soils though it will perform best in moist to wet soils and can tolerate periodic flooding. Moderately drought tolerant once well established. Root hardy to zone 8B but may be slow to fully recover after extended temperatures in the 20's.