Iris reticulata Frozen Planet

Cool, elegant and beautifully distinctive, Iris reticulata 'Frozen Planet' produces pristine icy-white flowers delicately washed with pale lavender-blue and accented by vivid golden-yellow markings, creating one of the freshest and most sophisticated displays of the late winter garden.

A superb modern selection, 'Frozen Planet' combines the classic charm of the dwarf iris with an unusually soft colour palette. The broad white standards are lightly suffused with frosty blue, while the falls are beautifully decorated with fine blue veining surrounding a brilliant golden-yellow crest. The effect is reminiscent of sunlight glistening across freshly fallen snow, inspiring the variety's evocative name.

Flowering while much of the garden is still dormant, the lightly fragrant blooms rise above slender, grass-like foliage, bringing welcome colour and optimism to the earliest weeks of the gardening season. Perfect for rockeries, alpine gardens, containers, window boxes and the front of borders, 'Frozen Planet' naturalises readily in well-drained soil and returns reliably each spring.

Planted alongside snowdrops, Crocus, winter aconites and other Iris reticulata varieties, it creates a sparkling display that signals the arrival of spring.

A beautiful dwarf iris whose cool, crystalline colours make it a standout addition to any early spring garden.

Planting Instructions

When to Plant:

Plant Iris reticulata bulbs in autumn, ideally between September and November, before the ground freezes.

Where to Plant:
Choose a position in full sun or light partial shade with well-drained soil. They are ideal for rock gardens, containers, raised beds, gravel gardens and the front of borders.

How to Plant:

• Depth: Plant bulbs approximately 8–10 cm (3–4 inches) deep.
• Spacing: Space bulbs about 8–10 cm (3–4 inches) apart.
• Soil Prep: Improve heavy soils with grit or sharp sand to ensure excellent drainage. Incorporate compost before planting if required.

Watering:
Water well after planting to settle the soil. Once established, Iris reticulata requires very little watering except during prolonged dry spells.

Aftercare Tips:

• Allow the foliage to die back naturally after flowering.
• Leave bulbs undisturbed to establish and naturalise.
• Avoid excessively wet soil during summer dormancy.

Top Tip:
Plant in generous drifts or containers alongside snowdrops and white crocuses for a sparkling late winter display inspired by the colours of frost and ice.

Plant Details

Flowering Period:

February – March (depending on season and conditions)

Height:
4–6" (10–15cm) (approx.)

Position:
Full sun or partial shade

Hardy Perennial