About This Late Spring to Early Summer Blooms: This variety blooms in late spring to early summer, providing a vibrant splash of color after early-season flowers fade and before summer perennials take center stage. Long-Lasting as Cut Flowers: The blooms of Iris hollandica Apollo are highly prized for their durability as cut flowers. They remain fresh and vibrant in arrangements for over a week, adding elegance to indoor spaces. Tall, Graceful Stems: Reaching heights of 20-24 inches, Apollo Dutch Iris showcases slender, upright stems that lend a sophisticated and dramatic appearance to garden beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements. Hardy and Easy to Grow: Dutch Iris are known for their resilience and adaptability, thriving in well-draining soil under full sun or partial shade. They require minimal maintenance, making them ideal for gardeners of all experience levels. Versatile in the Garden: Apollo Dutch Iris is perfect for mass planting, flower beds, borders, or as a focal point in containers. It pairs beautifully with other late-spring blooms like tulips, alliums, and peonies, creating captivating garden displays. Overview Indoor/Outdoor Usage : Outdoor Brand : Votaniki Color : White & Yellow Expected Blooming Period : Late Spring to Early Summer Sunlight Exposure : Sunny to partially shaded Unit Count : 50.0 Count Expected Planting Period : Fall Product Care Instructions : Plant Apollo Iris bulbs in fall, before the ground freezes, to allow them to establish roots before winter. Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade. Full sun promotes optimal bloom production and strong growth. Use well-draining soil rich in organic matter. If your soil retains water, amend it with sand, perlite, or compost to improve drainage. Plant Dutch Iris bulbs 4 inches deep and 4-6 inches apart. Water thoroughly after planting to help the bulbs settle and start root development. Plant Apollo Iris bulbs in fall, before the ground freezes, to allow them to establish roots before winter. Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade. Full sun promotes optimal bl… See more USDA Hardiness Zone : 6 to 9 Expected Plant Height : 24 Inches
