Dietes bicolor

Dietes bicolor subsp. var.	Wild iris, African iris, Fortnight lily
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Dietes bicolor (variably known as African iris or Fortnight lily) is a clump-forming rhozomatous perennial plant with long sword-like pale-green leaves, growing from multiple fans at the base of the clump.

Cultivation

Propagation

Can be propagated by seed or through division. Seeds should be sown in well drained soil during early spring, and kept moist until germination. When seedlings are large enough to be handled, thin out so that they about 12 cms apart from each other.

If propagating mature plants, division can be done in Spring or Fall by cutting the rootball into thirds with a sharp knife. Be sure to water well after replanting.

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