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Iris reticulata 'Katharine Hodgkin'
The most delicate of all the early miniature iris which I love for pots on the doorstep to cheer me up and remind me spring is coming. They flower in February and March. More
| 15 bulbs 261076-15 | £6.50 |
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| 30 bulbs 261076-30 | £12.50 |
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The most delicate of all the early miniature iris which I love for pots on the doorstep to cheer me up and remind me spring is coming. They flower in February and March.
| Genus | Iris |
| Group/Species | reticulata |
| Variety | Katharine Hodgkin |
| Type | Hardy Perennial Bulb |
| Common Name | Iris |
| Border Position | Container, Front |
| Bulb Size |
6/+ For more info on bulb sizes, click here. |
| Soil Type | Fertile |
| Scent | Unscented |
| Site | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Moist but Well-drained, Well-drained |
| Height | 15cm (6in) |
| Spacing | Plant 5cm (2in) apart |
| Sowing, Seeds, Planting | September - October |
| Care Tips | Iris will produce more flowers if dug up and replanted every 3 years. Force on a sunny windowsill and they will flower in February. |
| Flowering | February - March |
| Vase Life | Stand in deep water after cutting. Remove fading flowers and buds will continue to emerge. |
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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- Sow Under Cover/Plant Indoors
- Direct Sow/Plant Outdoors
- Flowers/Harvest
Advice
How to plant narcissi bulbs
Learn how to plant narcissi bulbs in your beds, in grass and in pots, or find instructions for forcing indoor narcissi.
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Delivery
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Iris reticulata 'Katharine Hodgkin' reviews
Average based on 2 reviews
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Reviewed 5th August 2019 by Ruth Again all look good have lost a few with my digging dog!!! |
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Reviewed 29th June 2019 by Keith Beautiful bulbs which really brightened my patio. Now they're finished not sure how to treat them (I had them in pots) |
