Katharine Hodgkin Dwarf Iris
Brighten your late winter and early spring garden with the stunning Katharine Hodgkin Dwarf Iris. These low-growing beauties feature delicate sky-blue blooms accented with a splash of bright yellow and emit a sweet, violet-like fragrance signaling warmer weather. Easy to grow and hardy, they reach about 5" tall, making them perfect for rock gardens, woodland edges, or containers. Plant them in groups for the best display. They are also drought-tolerant and naturally resistant to deer and squirrels, ensuring a reliable early-season show.
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Owner Satisfaction
4.3
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Category Rank
2698
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#2698 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-49%
Below average
Botanical Name
Iris histrioides Katharine Hodgkin
/ Iris histrioides Katharine Hodgkin
Who it's for
- Early Spring Color
- Versatile & Compact
- Low Maintenance & Hardy
Who should skip it
- Short Bloom Window
- Small Visual Impact
- Post-Bloom Foliage Mess
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Iris histrioides Katharine Hodgkin
Mature Height
5 inches
Planting Depth
4 inches
Planting Distance
3 inches apart
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Soil Moisture
Average
Bloom Time
Early spring
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 5 through Zone 9
Features
- Sky-blue flowers with yellow accents
- Sweet violet-like fragrance
- Hardy and easy to grow
- Deer and squirrel resistant
- Drought-tolerant
- Suitable for containers
- Blooms in early spring
What customers say
Gardeners overwhelmingly cherish the Dwarf Iris for its exceptional early spring timing, often blooming while snow remains. The pale blue to lavender flowers with striking yellow accents bring immense joy and are considered a true garden treasure. Reviewers consistently praise the hardiness and reliable return of successful bulbs, noting their tendency to naturalize quickly for increasing beauty. The primary concern centers on bulb viability; a minority reported receiving bulbs that failed to sprout, causing disappointment regarding initial investment and display density. Despite this occasional issue, the long term value of the successful, low maintenance blooms makes this variety highly recommended for vibrant, early season color.
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