Iris 'English Cottage'
bearded iris
The large flowers of this bearded iris are subtly infused with both lilac and yellow, creating an almost ethereal yet luminous head...
1 × rhizome
£7.99
available to order from autumn 2024
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Plant description
The large flowers of this bearded iris are subtly infused with both lilac and yellow, creating an almost ethereal yet luminous head that looks wonderful in the low light. As its name suggests, this gorgeous plant is well suited to the English cottage garden, where it will flourish in a sun-baked spot.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Iris English Cottage:
Plant crowns shallowly in a sunny spot, firming in the roots while taking care not to bury the lower part of any top growth. Water well and once the plant has started to grow, protect it from wind rock by staking it with a bamboo canes iif necessary. Once established, remove the faded flower stems, cutting them back to their base and relieve congestion by dividing and replanting every 3 years or so.
Please note:
This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
GOES WELL WITH
Simple but stylish protection
If rabbits, deer, squirrels or cats devour or scratch up your plants these wire mesh protectors will give them time to get established. The pyramid-shaped 'Rabbit Proof Cloche' and dome-shaped 'Squirrel Proof Cloche'
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