Iris pseudacorus 'Variegata'

Home
Plants
Iris pseudacorus 'Variegata'

Save

Yellow flag irisBog, Bulb, Marginal, Perennial, PondFamily: Iridaceae

Height: 1mSpread: 30cm
Hardy

Attractive to wildlife

Flower colour:

Yellow

Foliage colour:

Variegation

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Soil

Acidic / Boggy / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Yellow flag iris, Iris pseudacorus, is a vigorous water iris, typically found growing at the edges of large, sunny ponds. It spreads by rhizomes and bears large clumps of green leaves from which elegant, yellow flowers appear in late-spring.

Iris pseudacorus is ideal for wildlife gardens, and looks particularly good if planted in naturalised drifts among other moisture-loving plants. It also associates well with dark blue flowered plants. If you don't have room for a pond or bog garden, try growing it in a large container filled with water. Divide clumps every three to five years to keep it under control.

Iris pseudacorus 'Variegata' is a charming variegated form. The variegation lasts during spring only, with the cream-yellow and green-striped markings fading by summer, in time for the beautiful yellow flowers to have their moment. Iris pseudacorus 'Variegata' is less vigorous than the species, making it a good choice for smaller ponds. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit.

For best results, grow in boggy soil or on a pond shelf to 15cm below water level.

A note on toxicity: irises are toxic to pets, but the toxicity is considered mild and non life-threatening. If your pet consumes a large amount of foliage or the rhizome, seek veterinary advice.

Iris ‘Variegata’ and wildlife

Iris ‘Variegata’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths

Butterflies/Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Iris ‘Variegata’ poisonous?

Iris ‘Variegata’ causes an upset stomach.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is known to attract Horses

Horses

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People