
Description
The Dutch Iris 'Alaska' features bright white petals with a sunny yellow throat. These hardy, easy-to-grow bulbs create a breathtaking display in gardens and floral arrangements. Supplied as dormant bulbs, they are perfect for cut flowers, garden borders, and naturalizing.
🌞 Growing & Care Guide
✔ Aspect: Full sun to semi-shade
✔ Growing Zones: Cool to Temperate (Zones 1, 2, 3, 4)
✔ Suitable States: ACT, NSW, VIC, TAS, SA (Cooler regions)
✔ Flowering: September - November (Spring)
✔ Height: Up to 1m
✔ Planting Depth & Spacing: 10cm deep, 10cm apart
✔ Frost Hardy: Yes
✔ Water Wise: No
🌱 Planting & Maintenance
Plant in February - April in well-drained soil. Best in groups for naturalizing. Water well from planting to promote root growth. They tolerate warmer conditions than tulips and will form clumps that can be separated after a few years.
💐 Why Choose Dutch Iris 'Alaska'?
✅ Supplied as dormant bulbs for easy planting
✅ Elegant white flowers with a golden touch
✅ Hardy and low-maintenance
✅ Perfect for gardens, cut flowers, and naturalizing
🌿 FAQs
❔ Are Dutch Irises easy to grow?
Yes! They thrive in well-drained soil with full sun to semi-shade.
❔ Can I use them as cut flowers?
Absolutely! Cut when buds begin to unfurl for long-lasting arrangements.
❔ Do they require a lot of water?
No, but watering from planting onwards promotes strong root growth.
Ideal for Cool to Temperate zones (1-4) and states like ACT, NSW, VIC, TAS, and SA. Dutch Iris 'Alaska' brings timeless elegance to any space! 🌱