🌼 Dutch Iris 'Lion King' (10 bulbs) – Royal contrast and spectacular blooms ✨ Submitted by Van Noort
The Dutch Iris 'Lion King' is a powerful and expressive variety, distinguished by its flamboyant blend of golden yellow and deep purple .
Its bright yellow upper petals contrast beautifully with its chocolate purple lower petals , marked with vivid golden spots in the center.
Perfect for creating bold flowerbeds , contrasting borders or striking bouquets , it attracts all eyes in the heart of spring.
Very hardy, floriferous, easy to grow, it also offers excellent resistance as a cut flower , ideal for arrangements full of character.
A majestic, structuring and visually spectacular iris. 🥰
🌱 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, rich in humus
📦 Quantity : 10 bulbs
🌼 Planting and growing the Dutch Iris 'Lion King'
🔹 When to plant?
🗓️ From September to December, for flowering between May and June.
🔹 In open ground :
✔️ Ideal for contrasting beds , graphic gardens , character borders or flowerbed backgrounds . Its vertical shape structures spaces.
🔹 In a pot :
✔️ Perfect in a tall pot , patio container , or in an intense floral arrangement . Combine with more sober blooms to emphasize its visual impact.
🔹 How to plant?
1️⃣ Depth : 10 to 12 cm
2️⃣ Spacing : 8 to 10 cm
3️⃣ Watering : Light when planting, then moderate in spring
💡 Gardener's Tip : Pair it with black tulips , white alliums , or chartreuse euphorbias for a rich, sophisticated contrast.
🌿Care of the Dutch Iris 'Lion King'
💦 Watering : Moderate during growth, unnecessary after flowering
🌱 Fertilizer : Light application in spring or after flowering
✂️ Pruning : Remove faded flower stems, allow foliage to dry
❄️ Wintering : Very hardy in the ground; in pots, protect from severe frost
💡 Why choose the Dutch Iris 'Lion King'?
✅ Contrasting yellow and purple colors , intense and sophisticated
✅ Graphic flowering , ideal for flowerbeds and bouquets
✅ Hardy, floriferous, easy to grow
✅ Perfect for bold compositions , contrasting gardens , or powerful pots
✨ Bring strength, structure and color to your spring scenes with Dutch Iris 'Lion King' , offered by Van Noort — a regal, imposing and memorable bloom. ✨
🌿 Pair with neutral hues, pastel flowers, or structured foliage to create a balanced and impactful decor. 😊