Iris 'Black Gamecock'
water iris (syn Iris louisiana Black Gamecock)
Sublime when planted in drifts at the edges of a pond, ‘Black Gamecock’ has larger than average (up to 10cm across) flowers, in a deep shade of purple. They need consistently moist soil so 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.
How to care for Iris Black Gamecock:
While Iris louisiana tolerates a range of soil moistures, we are offering this plant in our aquatic soil mix in aquatic pots for planting at or below the water line. Plant in neutral to acidic soils or pond margins at a depth of 0-10cm (0-4in). Little maintenance is required - cut back flowering stalks after flowering. Do not allow to dry out.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.9m
Eventual spread:
0.4m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This pond plant is semi-evergreen, so it can lose some of its foliage in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose it all, but then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
1 litre aquatic pot
£14.99
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3 litre aquatic pot
£34.99
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3 × 9cm pots
£35.00
£11.67 each
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3 × 1 litre aquatic pots
£39.99
£13.33 each
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5 litre aquatic pot
£49.99
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