Dietes African Iris

Common Name:

Butterfly iris

Scientific / Botanical Name:

Dietes Vegeta

Family:

Iridaceae

Genus:

Dietes

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Description

Exotic white flowers with yellow and purple-blue markings burst from stalks amid stiff, iris-
like, evergreen foliage. Profuse bloomer;
blooms last only one day but are quickly
replaced. Fire resistant.

Special Features or Benefits

There are six species of fortnight lilies (Dietes),
five from tropical Africa and one from Lord Howe
Island, Australia. They were previously classified
in the genus Moraea, but members of that genus
are not rhizomatous.

Suitable For

Beautiful landscape plant

Growing Conditions, Habitat & Sun Exposure:

Plant your iris where it will receive at least six to
eight hours of full sun in well-drained, organic-
rich soil and provide regular water

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