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Dietes grandiflora - Fortnight Iris

Market price from $7.80 to $17.50

Dietes grandiflora is an extraordinary perennial plant that brings a unique blend of sturdiness and elegance to your landscape. Fondly known as the Fortnight Iris, this South African native is an evergreen wonder with robust, sword-like green leaves and enchanting white blossoms that feature distinctive orange and violet markings. With a commanding presence of up to 1-1. 5m high and 60cm wide, this plant truly becomes a focal point of any garden. One of its most remarkable traits is the recurrent blooming - every two weeks throughout the summer, it unveils a fresh array of its stunning flowers. The Fortnight Iris is not only drought-tolerant, but also thrives splendidly under full sun to partial shade, making it a versatile, low maintenance choice for water-conscious gardeners. Whether you're improving a water-wise landscape, diversifying a container garden, or enhancing a perennial border, the Fortnight Iris is a reliable, captivating addition.

  • Size: Up to 1-1.5m high and 60cm wide
  • Flowers: White with orange and violet markings
  • Foliage: Green, sword-like leaves
  • Water usage: Low, drought-tolerant
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Bloom Period: Recurrent blooming every two weeks throughout summer
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