Iris laevigata 'Snowdrift' - 17 cm aquatic basket

Description
The Japanese iris 'Snowdrift' (Iris laevigata) is an upright, rhizome-forming perennial that produces white flowers from June to July. In a sunny location with humus-rich, lime-free, nutrient-rich, moist to wet soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 80 cm and is approx. 40 cm wide. The Japanese iris 'Snowdrift' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * very beautiful in containers * easy to care for

Spread
Asia.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese iris 'Snowdrift' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, rhizome-forming.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Water depth
5 - 20 cm

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Planting partner
The Japanese iris 'Snowdrift' sets beautiful accents together with: Gentian speedwell, meadow knotweed.

Tasks
Cut back: In the period from February to March.

Flower
Iris laevigata 'Snowdrift' forms white flowers from June.

Use
Cutting, cottage garden, pond edge, balcony/patio, tub, stream, pond, bee pasture