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Buy Iris japonica 'Aphrodite'
Also Known As
- Fringed Iris
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 7a-9b
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Iris japonica 'Aphrodite' plant details
Iris japonica 'Aphrodite' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring lavender and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris japonica 'Aphrodite'
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: iridaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender and white blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris japonica 'Aphrodite'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Garden photo gallery of Iris japonica 'Aphrodite'
Gardening facts about Iris japonica 'Aphrodite' plant
How to Grow Iris japonica 'Aphrodite'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- white
- lavender
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 20"-32"
Width: 18"
- sun - bright shade
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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