African iris - How to grow & care

The Dietes iridioides, also called the White Fortnight Lily, is a perennial with long, rigid, sword-like green leaves. Its white flowers feature yellow and violet markings, with dark spots at the base of the outer tepals. Blooms appear abundantly in summer, especially after rain, and last a few days before giving way to green capsules that release dark brown seeds when they split. This plant grows well in sun or partial shade and is commonly used for gardens, commercial landscapes, and roadside