Variegated Iris Japonica - Fringed Iris - Live Perennial

🌿 Botanical Name Iris japonica 'Variegata' 💚 Common Names Variegated Iris Japonica, Fringed Iris, Butterfly Flower 🌱 Description Elegant and eye-catching, Variegated Iris Japonica is a stunning perennial that brings year-round beauty with its graceful, arching foliage striped in shades of green and creamy white. In mid to late spring, mature plants produce delicate lavender-blue flowers with beautifully fringed petals and cheerful yellow markings that resemble fluttering butterflies. While traditionally grown outdoors in woodland gardens and shaded landscapes, this versatile plant also makes a charming houseplant when given bright, indirect light and consistently moist soil. Its striking foliage provides interest long after the blooms have faded, making it a beautiful addition to both indoor and outdoor collections. Please note: Plants are shipped without blooms. Flower photos are provided to show what you can expect during the blooming season. ☀️ Light Indirect view of the sky. Prefers partial shade to full shade outdoors and bright, indirect light indoors. Gentle morning sun is beneficial, but avoid harsh afternoon sunlight. 💧 Water Summer: Keep the soil lightly moist, allowing only the top 10–20% of the soil to dry between waterings. Winter: Allow the top 25–50% of the soil to dry before watering. Consistent moisture is key, but avoid allowing the plant to sit in standing water. 💦 Humidity Enjoys average to moderately high humidity, making it well-suited for both shaded gardens and indoor environments. 🐾 Pet Friendly? No. Like other irises, Iris japonica is considered toxic if ingested by cats, dogs, and horses. Keep out of reach of curious pets. 🌿 Fleurish Tip This plant thrives in areas where many other flowering plants struggle. Outdoors, it's perfect beneath trees or along shaded pathways. Indoors, rotate the pot occasionally to encourage even growth and enjoy the beautiful variegated foliage all year long.