Position

Sun exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in border:
Middle

Soil

Prefers rich soil:
Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Bearded irises have 'beards' on each of the falls (lower petals) of the flowers. Iris 'White City' bears large, pale blue flowers which fade to white as they mature, with orange-white beards. It's ideal for growing in a mixed herbaceous border or gravel garden, and makes an excellent cut flower.

For best results grow Iris 'White City' in well-drained soil in full sun, and mulch with well-rotted manure or garden compost annually.

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Iris ‘White city’ and wildlife

Iris ‘White city’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths
Butterflies/​Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators

Is Iris ‘White city’ poisonous?

Iris ‘White city’ can be toxic.

Toxic to:
Is known to attract Cats
Cats
Is known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is known to attract People
People
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Plants that go well with Iris 'White City'
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