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Iris pseudacorus var. bastardii

yellow flag iris

Eventual height & spread

Iris pseudacorus var. bastardii

yellow flag iris

  • 1 litre aquatic pot
  • £24.99
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  • 3 × 1 litre aquatic pots
  • £44.99 £15.00 each
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  • 3 litre aquatic pot
  • £42.99
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  • Position: full sun or partial shade
  • Depth of water: 5-25cm (2-10in)
  • Rate of growth: average
  • Flowering period: July to August
  • Hardiness: fully hardy


A vigorous yellow water iris, suitable for planting at the margins of large ponds or lakes. Iris pseudacorus var. bastardii produces clear, sulphur-yellow flowers on branched stems in July and August and ribbed grey-leaves. An elegant and robust water-loving iris that provides excellent wildlife potential.


  • Garden care:
    These plants are potted up (using a suitable aquatic compost) into aquatic pots. These pots are made of a fine mesh, which allows water to circulate through the compost, providing the plants with both oxygen and nutrients.

    If you are using them as a aquatic plant, they can be planted into neutral to acidic soil (for best results) up to a water covering of of 25cm (10in) deep. To enhance flowering divide congested clumps every three to five years.
    • Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten

    Goes well with