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Dietes robinsoniana
Lord Howe Island Fairy Iris is the largest flowering species within the genus Dietes and endemic to steep cliffs in the North of Lord Howe island, eastwards of Australia. It is an extremely showy perennial with straplike, dark greyish-green leaves and large white flowers with central yellow spots. Easily grown in any humus rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. Avoid cold sites and heavy frost.
Genus
Dietes
Species
robinsoniana
Cultivar
Common name
Lord Howe Is. Fairy Iris
Family name
Iridaceae
Place of origin
Australia
DETAILS
Height
100 cm
Width
80 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types
Moisture
Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Prefers a sunny site / Will tolerate light frost only
Nourishment / Texture / Whimsical
Perennials
Category
Medium, height 0.6 to 1.2 metres.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
Where to buy our plants
Where to buy our plants