Iris 'Purple Sensation'
Dutch iris bulbs (syn. Iris hollandica)
Sought after for their sumptuously coloured flowers, which bridge the gap between spring and summer, these hardy and...
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Plant description
Sought after for their sumptuously coloured flowers, which bridge the gap between spring and summer, these hardy and undemanding iris are perfect for keeping the eye firmly fixed on the border at a time when there is often a hiatus in colour. Reliably coming back year after year, the flowers are also good for cutting.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
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Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Iris Purple Sensation:
Plant 10cm deep and 10cm apart in naturalistic drifts in September or October in a well-drained, sunny site.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten
GOES WELL WITH
Simple but stylish protection
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