How to plant and grow iris
Iris start off a long bulb flower succession at Perch Hill. They're beautiful and successful in pots, borders, or in grass.
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Iris reticulata 'Purple Hill'
Perfect for pots and with a good scent. Grow this in a container by your doorstep for early-spring cheer. More
| 20 bulbs 261441-20 | £5.95 |
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| 40 bulbs 261441-40 | £9.95 |
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Perfect for pots and with a good scent, this miniature iris has deep purple flowers with a brilliant yellow blotch. Grow it in a container by your doorstep for early-spring cheer.
| Genus | Iris |
| Group/Species | reticulata |
| Variety | Purple Hill |
| Type | Perennial |
| Border Position | Container Garden |
| Bulb Size |
6/+ For more info on bulb sizes, click here. |
| Soil Type | Neutral - Alkaline |
| Scent | Scented |
| Site | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Well-drained |
| Height | 15cm (6in) |
| Spacing | Spread of 10cm (4in). Plant 5cm (2in) apart with leaves and buds facing to get maximum sunlight. |
| Sowing, Seeds, Planting | Dwarf iris grow best in poor well-drained, neutral or slightly alkaline soil. |
| Care Tips | A warm sight with good drainage is a must alternativley force on a sunny windowsill and they will flower in late winter. |
| 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
Forcing bulbs indoors
Learn how to force bulbs indoors for lovely winter and early spring displays.
Delivery
Bulb Delivery - When in stock, please allow up to 5 days for despatch.
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Iris reticulata 'Purple Hill' reviews
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Reviewed 26th December 2020 by Joan hopefully will make a good display in Spring |
