J.S. Dijt reticulated iris
Iris reticulata 'J.S. Dijt'
A.M.-B.C. 1938, A.M.-R.H.S. 1981
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size1.5 to 2.5 feet tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, winter
- Bloom color
- Black, blue, cream/tan, yellow, orange, pink, purple, red, white
- Foliage color
- Blue, green, variegated
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'J.S. Dijt' reticulated iris (Iris reticulata 'J.S. Dijt') is a bulb for borders, rock gardens, containers, and naturalized drifts. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist soil of most types. It is fragrant, tolerates drought, and attracts bees. It is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything. Plant the bulbs in groups for the best show.
Pairs well with Winter aconite, Common snowdrop, Lenten rose, and Evergold sedge.