Pallida Variegated Silver KickStart™ Iris
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- flowering dateMidseason
- hardiness zone3-9
- height34 inches
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- ship asKICKSTART TM RHIZOME
- sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
- New KickStart™ Iris size guarantees first year flowers
Prized for its striking variegated foliage, this reliable, low-maintenance iris has light purple blossoms and a fragrance reminiscent of grape soda pop. Plant in full sun to partial shade. Blooms in mid season. Grows 34" tall with an 18-24" spread. Deer tend to avoid. Zones 3-9. Iris pallida 'Variegata'
Product Details
- botanical nameIris germanica 'Pallida Silver'
- flowering dateMidseason
- flower colorPurple
- flower formClassic bearded iris flower form
- foliage typeGlaucous-green, sword-like fans of stiff upright leaves in spring and summer with some dying back in colder climates in winter.
- formPerennial
- growth rateFast once established, which takes approximately 4-6 weeks
- hardiness zone3-9
- height34 inches
- planting instructionsSet the rhizomes so bottom 1/2 is below ground level. Firm well and water thoroughly. Provide at least 5 hours of sun each day.
- pruningRemove spent flower stems. Cut back foliage to 6" fans in late fall. Clean plant debris before winter to prevent borers overwintering. Late fall, early winter.
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- shipping seasonFall
- ship asKICKSTART TM RHIZOME
- soil requirementWell drained soil preferred, but is quite tolerant of a wide range of soils.
- spacing18 - 24 inches
- spread18 - 24 inches
- sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
- winter careMulch iin colder climates and remove mulch in spring before growth starts.
Shipping Schedule
When will my order ship?
Orders for in-stock seeds, general merchandise and gift certificates are typically shipped within 5 business days.
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country during the shipping time frames outlined below:
| 2023 Fall Shipping Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Zone | Select Iris & Daylilies |
| 3A-4B | 8/7/23 - 10/27/23 |
| 5A | 8/7/23 - 10/27/23 |
| 5B | 8/7/23 - 10/27/23 |
| 6A & 6B | 8/7/23 - 10/27/23 |
| 7A | 8/21/23 - 11/10/23 |
| 7B | 8/21/23 - 11/10/23 |
| 8A & 8B | 8/21/23 - 11/10/23 |
| 9A-10B | 8/21/23 - 11/10/23 |
| Last Order Date | Zones 3A-6B: 10/23/23 Zones 7A-10B: 11/6/23 |
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