Iris hollandica 'Telstar'

Also Known As

Telstar Dutch Iris

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 12"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Iris hollandica 'Telstar' plant details

Iris hollandica 'Telstar' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 hollandica 'Telstar'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris hollandica 'Telstar'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Iris x hollandica or Dutch iris are beautiful hybrids for hot sunny locations. 'Telstar' is the darkest of the blue Dutch iris with lustrous royal blue flowers highlighted with a yellow patch on each fall. Dutch iris make great cut flowers. Plant them in a location with well-drained to dryish soils where they can bake in the summer months when dormant. Overplant with ground covers like thyme, Sedum and Delosperma.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

The most widely planted Dutch iris in Europe, Telstar isn't just a beautiful shade of blue-purple, it often produces multiple flowers per bulb. Can you envision these blooms in your spring cutting garden? Oh, yes!