About
A compact, dwarf variety of the milk iris with narrow, grassy, grey-green leaves and erect stems bearing small, golden-yellow (chrysantha) flowers in early spring. A choice, early-flowering species iris for a warm, sunny, very well-drained rock garden.
About the genus
Helianthemum are bushy or spreading evergreen shrubs with small paired leaves and saucer-shaped flowers borne in short racemes in spring and early summer
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.