Perennials
Iris pallida 'Argentea Variegata'
White-striped Dalmatian iris
Also known as: Albo Variegata iris
White-striped, gray-green leaves provide lasting contrast beneath fragrant lavender-blue flowers. Keep the top of each rhizome near the soil surface.
At a glance
- Sun
- Full sun
- Mature size
- 21–23 in. tall × 12–18 in. wide
- Water
- Moderate; well drained
- Hardiness
- USDA zones 3–9
- Bloom
- Lavender blue; early summer.
Sizes & prices
- #1$18.99
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Resistance & tolerances
- Wet soil
- Avoid soggy soil and buried rhizomes.
- Clay soil
- Suitable with appropriate drainage.
- Deer & rabbits
- Resistant, not browse-proof.
Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.
Pollinators & wildlife
- Attracts
- Butterflies
Keep in mind: Harmful if eaten; sap can irritate skin. Wear gloves when dividing.
Growing & care
- Fall cleanup
- After a hard frost, remove old leaves, stems and nearby debris to reduce overwintering iris-borer eggs.
- Maintenance
- Remove finished flower stems where they meet the foliage. Tidy yellow or damaged leaves while preserving healthy green leaves.
Sources & photo credits
University of Wisconsin Extension
University of Minnesota Extension
Photo: Brecks / National Garden Bureau · NGB promotional photo permission
Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.