Northwest Blooms · Bulbs
Iris reticulata ‘Spot On’
Spot On Dwarf Iris
- Family
- Iridaceae
- Height
- 4-6 inches
- Width
- 3-4 inches
- Flower color
- Blue-violet with white and yellow markings
- Foliage color
- Green, narrow, grass-like leaves
- Bloom time
- Late winter to early spring
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Regular
- Maintenance
- Low
- Growing zone
- USDA Hardiness zones 5-9
- Wildlife
- Attracts bees and butterflies
About this plant
Iris reticulata 'Spot On' is a delightful dwarf iris cultivar known for its petite size and charming flowers. Growing to 4-6 inches in height and spreading about 3-4 inches, it forms clumps of narrow, grass-like green leaves. The rich blue-violet flowers with distinct white and yellow markings bloom in late winter to early spring, adding vibrant color to the garden. 'Spot On' is low-maintenance and ideal for rock gardens, borders, and containers, where its vivid blooms and ability to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies can be fully appreciated.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Under Trees · Rock Gardens · Containers
Companion plants
Columbines · Lungworts · Daylilies · Japanese anemones · Bleeding hearts · Catmint
Design tip
Winter interest is the reason to grow it, so keep it near an entry where the bloom is noticed. Plant in generous groups rather than single spots, and set them among perennials whose new growth covers the fading foliage.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
