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

3 inch pot | $13

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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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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Iris japonica is rare species known as fringed or crested iris. It has delicate, fragrant, orchid-like flowers that display ruffled white petals with fringed margins with pale blue markings and prominent yellow crests on the falls. The flowers are two inches in diametre and bloom from late spring to early summer. The evergreen foliage is thin with sword-shaped basal leaves that grow in fans with downward arching tips. 'Aphrodite' is a special variegated form with creamy white and green striped leaves. Vigorous and naturalizes easily. Use in beds, borders, rock gardens, and containers and as a ground cover. Deer resistant. Possibly hardy to zone 6.