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.
20 bulbs 261441-20 | £5.95 |
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40 bulbs 261441-40 | £9.50 |
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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 | Hardy Perennial |
Border Position | Front |
Bulb Size |
6/+ For more info on bulb sizes, click here. |
Soil Type | Fertile |
Scent | Scented |
Site | Full Sun, Part Shade |
Moisture | Moist but Well-drained |
Height | 10-15cm (4-6in) |
Spacing | Spread of 10cm (4in). Plant 5cm (2in) apart with leaves and buds facing to get maximum sunlight. |
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. |
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Iris start off a long bulb flower succession at Perch Hill. They're beautiful and successful in pots, borders, or in grass.
Learn how to force bulbs indoors for lovely winter and early spring displays.
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Iris reticulata 'Purple Hill' reviews
Reviewed 26th December 2020 by Joan hopefully will make a good display in Spring |