🌼 Dutch Iris 'Tiger Mix' (10 bulbs) – Fierce contrasts and spectacular blooms ✨ Submitted by Van Noort
Dutch Iris 'Tiger Mix' is a captivating mix of varieties with intense, contrasting colours , perfect for creating bold borders and dynamic pots .
The flowers display powerful combinations of blue, purple, yellow and white , often marked by tiger spots or bright bands that give them a wild and sophisticated look.
Very floriferous, with a slender and elegant habit , these irises bring height, energy and structure to all spring scenes.
Rustic and easy to grow , they are also appreciated as cut flowers to create striking bouquets.
An ideal mix for those who want a vibrant, graphic garden full of life. 🥰
🌱 Variety characteristics
📏 Height : 50 to 60 cm
☀️ Exposure : Full sun
🌡 Hardiness : Zone 5 and above
🦋 Attracts wildlife : Bees, pollinators
💧 Water requirements : Low to moderate
📍 Ideal soil : Light, well-drained, fertile
📦 Quantity : 10 bulbs
🌼 Planting and growing Dutch Iris 'Tiger Mix'
🔹 When to plant?
🗓️ From September to December, for flowering in May-June.
🔹 In open ground :
✔️ Perfect for contrasting beds , dynamic borders , or planting at the back of flowerbeds . Their upright shape enlivens even the most sober scenes.
🔹 In a pot :
✔️ Ideal in a graphic pot , colorful tub or contemporary style planter . Combine with simple foliage to highlight them.
🔹 How to plant?
1️⃣ Depth : 10 to 12 cm
2️⃣ Spacing : 8 to 10 cm
3️⃣ Watering : Light after planting, moderate in spring
💡 Gardener's tip : Pair it with black tulips , purple alliums , or white daffodils for a graphic and sophisticated palette.
🌿Care for Dutch Iris 'Tiger Mix'
💦 Watering : Moderate in season, unnecessary after flowering
🌱 Fertilizer : Light application in spring and after flowering
✂️ Pruning : Remove faded flowers, let the foliage dry naturally
❄️ Wintering : Very hardy in the ground; in pots, protect from prolonged frost
💡 Why choose Dutch Iris 'Tiger Mix'?
✅ Spectacular flowering , with bright and contrasting colors
✅ Tall and structuring port , perfect for flowerbeds and bouquets
✅ Hardy, floriferous, easy to grow
✅ Ideal for modern gardens , borders full of character , or colorful pots
✨ Give your garden a wild and graphic touch with the Dutch Iris 'Tiger Mix' , offered by Van Noort — a spectacular mix for a colorful spring. ✨
🌿 Pair with understated plants, bright whites or silver foliage to balance its intensity and enhance its radiance. 😊