Iris tuberosa
- Good for Cutting
- Perfect for Pots
- Loved by Pollinators
- Naturalises
An unusual silk scarf of an iris that deserves more attention
The green to yellow to black flowers are borne quite low on their stems, with delicate green foliage often growing higher than the flowers.
Plant tubers at the front of borders, or raise up in a table display to show off their intricate details to the fullest. Will flower happily from their second year.
- Good for Cutting
- Perfect for Pots
- Loved by Pollinators
- Naturalises
Product details
- Type
- Perennial
- Position
- Container Garden, Border (Front)
- Soil
- Broad Tolerance
- Height
- 30cm (12in)
- Common name
- Snake's head iris
- Moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- Full Sun
- Cultivation
- Plant the tubers around 10cm deep, positioning the tuber lengthways in the soil.
Care Tips
After flowering deadhead but allow leaves to die back naturally to give the bulbs strength for the following year.