Iris 'Black Gamecock'
water iris (syn Iris louisiana Black Gamecock)
- 9cm pot
- £11.99
- shipped within 2 weeks
- 1 litre aquatic pot
- £12.99
- In stock (shipped within 3-5 working days)
- 3 × 1 litre aquatic pots
- £36.99 £65.97
- shipped within 1 Week
- 3 litre aquatic pot
- £29.99
- In stock (shipped within 3-5 working days)
- 5 litre aquatic pot
- £39.99
- available to order from late spring
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- Standard £5.95
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: reliably moist or boggy soil, or aquatic compost
- Depth of water: 0-15cm
- Rate of growth: average to fast-growing
- Flowering period: May to July and occasionally in September
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Sublime when planted in drifts at the edges of a pond, this elegant iris has larger than average (up to 10cm across) flowers, in a deep shade of purple. They need reliably moist soil, so they also make an excellent choice for bog gardens. Their flowers are mainly produced in late spring and early summer although they may have a second, smaller flush in autumn. - Garden care: To encourage healthy growth of roots, foliage and flowers, feed with a general-purpose or slow-release aquatic fertiliser. Remove yellow or brown leaves to keep the plant healthy and the water clean. Cut water iris to just above the water line in autumn if you live in a cooler part of the country.
- Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
