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Iris pumila Riveting

Dwarf Bearded Iris

  • »  Purple and white variegated flowers with white centres
  • »  Blooms from May to July
  • »  Strong spicy scent
  • »  Contrasting blue-green blade-like foliage
  • »  Dwarf, slow growing perennial
  • »  Great addition to a mixed garden, borders, and rock gardens

Picture courtesy of Van Noort Bulb Co. Ltd.

Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Attributes
• Border or Bed
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Drought Tolerant
• Edging
• Fragrant
• Low Maintenance
• Mass Planting
• Naturalizing
• Rock Garden
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Exposure
• Partial Sun
• Full Sun
Foliage Color
• Green
Habit
• Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Spring
Soil Moisture
• Average Water
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Iris pumila 'Riveting'

Plant rhizomes just above the soil level. Dividing the clump when it gets tight will help prevent over-crowding and encourage further blooming. Divide every 3 - 4 years​