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Iris reticulata 'Pixie'

Quick overview

Reticulata species irises are dwarf flowering bulbous perennials and fully hardy. Rich violet-blue flowers with contrasting white and yellow markings with a slight fragrance. Grow outdoors, bring pot indoors once flowering. x10 bulbs in the Grow Club.

(RHS - Award of Garden Merit)

These delightful, dainty dwarf plants are perfect for providing late winter excitement to the garden! Plant en masse at the front of borders or combine with snowdrops and anemone blanda for effect. You can even grow them in pots indoors on cool sunny window sills for a super early indoor display.

Origin/native: Turkey, Iraq

Delivery from September.

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Plant Details

Flowering Time:
February to March
Genus / Species:
Iris reticulata
Cultivar / Variety:
'Pixie'
Common Name:
Iris
Height / Spread:
10-15cm/5cm
Type:
Hardy Perennial Bulb
Bulb Size:
5/7
Scented:
Scented

Preferred Conditions

Planting Depth:
10cm
Soil Type:
well-drained soil, generally semi gritty and moderately fertile
Where to Plant:
Container displays/front of borders/under trees/grassed areas/rock gardens
Position:
Full sun or part shade
Watering:
Generally only in hot conditions or when in containers keep moist
Care Tips:
Perennial plants will come back each year so decide to plant them in final growing positions or if you grow them as container displays they can be planted out after flowering.
Feeding:
After flowering you can apply a balanced liquid fertiliser weekly for a month to build up the bulbs for next year.

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