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Katrina® African Iris
Dietes x 'NOLA alba' PP #21,460
Pronunciation: dy-AY-teez
SKU #04674
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established water during dry spells.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide.
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| Description | Exotic white flowers with gold accents appear continuously over an extended season. Tolerates poorly draining soils, resists disease better than others, and thrives in heat and humidity. Seldom sets unsightly seedpods. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring through late fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Sweetspire (Itea); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Coneflower (Echinacea); Clethra (Clethra); Turtlehead (Chelone) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in fertile, well-drained soils, but highly adaptable. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. For a neat appearance, remove old flower stalks. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring. |
| History | Selected by Peter Perrino, customer of Monrovia and owner of Perrino's Nursery in Louisiana, for its landscape durability, vigor and its refined appearance. When introduced, The American Wetland Association received a portion of this plant's profits to benefit their wetlands restoration projects in Louisiana. |
| Lore | This improved variety tolerates poorly draining soils, resists disease better than others, and thrives in heat and humidity. Exotic white flowers with yellow-orange accents appear over an extended season. Seldom sets unsightly seedpods. |
Details
| Description | Exotic white flowers with gold accents appear continuously over an extended season. Tolerates poorly draining soils, resists disease better than others, and thrives in heat and humidity. Seldom sets unsightly seedpods. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring through late fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Sweetspire (Itea); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Coneflower (Echinacea); Clethra (Clethra); Turtlehead (Chelone) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in fertile, well-drained soils, but highly adaptable. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. For a neat appearance, remove old flower stalks. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring. |
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History
| History | Selected by Peter Perrino, customer of Monrovia and owner of Perrino's Nursery in Louisiana, for its landscape durability, vigor and its refined appearance. When introduced, The American Wetland Association received a portion of this plant's profits to benefit their wetlands restoration projects in Louisiana. |
|---|---|
| Lore | This improved variety tolerates poorly draining soils, resists disease better than others, and thrives in heat and humidity. Exotic white flowers with yellow-orange accents appear over an extended season. Seldom sets unsightly seedpods. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Katrina® African Iris produce flowers?
Spring through late fall
Is Katrina® African Iris evergreen or deciduous?
Katrina® African Iris is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Katrina® African Iris?
Katrina® African Iris is Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise.
Is Katrina® African Iris resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure
How fast does Katrina® African Iris grow?
Katrina® African Iris has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Katrina® African Iris in my landscape?
Katrina® African Iris is suitable for: Border.
What color are Katrina® African Iris flowers?
Katrina® African Iris produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Katrina® African Iris?
Katrina® African Iris has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Katrina® African Iris?
Good companion plants for Katrina® African Iris include: Sweetspire (Itea); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Coneflower (Echinacea); Clethra (Clethra); Turtlehead (Chelone).
How do I care for Katrina® African Iris?
Thrives in fertile, well-drained soils, but highly adaptable. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. For a neat appearance, remove old flower stalks. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
What is the history of Katrina® African Iris?
Selected by Peter Perrino, customer of Monrovia and owner of Perrino's Nursery in Louisiana, for its landscape durability, vigor and its refined appearance. When introduced, The American Wetland Association received a portion of this plant's profits to benefit their wetlands restoration projects in Louisiana.
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