Iris pseudacorus 'Variegata'

variegated flag iris

Eventual height & spread

Iris pseudacorus 'Variegata'

variegated flag iris

  • 3 litre aquatic pot
  • £34.99
  • available to order from summer
  • 5 litre aquatic pot
  • £49.99
  • available to order from summer
Delivery options
  • Standard £5.99
  • Position: full sun or partial shade
  • Depth of water: 0-10cm (0-4in)
  • Rate of growth: average
  • Flowering period: June and July and occasionally in September
  • Hardiness: fully hardy


Sulphur yellow flowers on branched stems in summer, showcasing white or yellow-striped, grey-green leaves. This variegated yellow flag iris is perfect for planting at the margins of a large lake or pool. Since it's an extremely vigorous variety, Iris pseudacorus 'Variegata' is unsuitable for small garden ponds.


  • Garden care:
    These plants are potted up (using a suitable aquatic compost) into aquatic pots. These pots are made of a fine mesh, which allows water to circulate through the compost, providing the plants with both oxygen and nutrients.

    If you are using them as a aquatic plant, they can be planted into neutral to acidic soil (for best results) up to a water covering of of 25cm (10in) deep. To enhance flowering divide congested clumps every three to five years.
    • Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten