Description

Elegant Dutch Iris with crisp white blooms and a soft golden accent on the falls – a classic choice for borders, pots and cut-flower gardens. Dutch iris typically flower in late spring to early summer (from May onwards) and reach around 50–60 cm tall in good conditions. Plant in a sunny spot for the strongest stems and best colour. These bulbs are supplied dormant and are ready to plant in season. Planting can be in both spring and autumn (dutch iris is fully hardy in UK). For best impact, plant in small groups rather than single bulbs. In heavy or wet soil, improve drainage to reduce the risk of bulb rot.

Also known as: Dutch iris, Holland iris, bulb iris, bulbous iris, Iris hollandica.

Key Benefits / Features

• Ideal cut flower with tall, straight stems
• Classic white colour that fits any garden style
• Great for borders, raised beds and large containers
• Typically flowers late spring to early summer
• Best in groups for a fuller display
• Narrow, upright foliage looks neat in borders
• Prefers well-drained soil (excellent for gravel/sandy areas)
• Low maintenance once established
• Can naturalise over time in suitable conditions
• Attracts pollinators when in bloom

Pollinator friendly
Dutch iris blooms can attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects during flowering.

Product Details

• Variety: Dutch Iris (Iris x hollandica) – White
• Pack size: 10 bulbs
• Flower colour: White with a golden accent
• Typical mature height: approx. 50–60 cm (site dependent)
• Flowering time: late spring to early summer
• Bulb size: 7/8

Best companions (plant together)
Dutch iris look fantastic with alliums, tulips, camassia, ornamental grasses, forget-me-nots, aquilegia, late daffodils, and hardy geraniums.

More Reasons to Choose Dutch Iris

• Reliable spring-summer colour between early bulbs and summer perennials
• Great “filler” bulb for mixed borders and cottage gardens
• Works well in modern gardens and gravel planting schemes
• Excellent for cutting—plant a few extra just for the vase
• Neat growth habit (doesn’t take much space)
• Easy to combine with other bulb packs for layered flowering
• Suitable for pots (use free-draining compost)
• Good choice for beginners—simple planting and care
• Low fuss in well-drained soil
• Perfect for repeating colour themes (white gardens, monochrome borders)

Growing Information

• Flowering time: late spring to early summer
• Height: approx. 50–60 cm
• Position: full sun to partial shade
• Soil: well-drained; avoid waterlogged ground

Planting Guide (simple steps)

1. Unpack bulbs on arrival and store cool, dry and dark until planting.
2. Choose a sunny, well-drained spot (or a pot with drainage holes).
3. Plant bulbs pointy end up, about 10–15 cm deep.
4. Space bulbs about 10–15 cm apart (closer for a fuller clump look).
5. Water in after planting; then water only when soil is dry during growth.
6. After flowering, allow foliage to die back naturally to feed the bulb.

Good to know

• For the longest vase life, cut stems when buds are coloured but not fully open.
• In very heavy/wet soil, planting in raised beds or pots improves results.
• Planting in groups of 10+ gives the best visual impact.
• Safety: ornamental bulbs are not edible—keep away from children and pets.

What You Will Receive

• Dutch Iris (Iris x hollandica) White – pack of 10 bulbs (size 7/8)
• Eco-friendly recyclable packaging
• Planting and care instructions included

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