A wide ranging group of plants which are grown primarily for their complex and rather beautiful flowers though occasionally also for some striking variegated foliage. Tend to prefer open positions, and depending on type happy in soils from dry to damp and even marginal.
Iris
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£11.99Superb foliage plant forming clumps of the most striking white striped flat bladed leaves that are especially vibrant in spring. Sumptuous looking velvety purple flowers are produced during early summer as the brightness of the spring foliage fades. Best in sun or a little light shade. Soil not too dry. Height 70cm – 90cm.
Harmful if eaten.
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£11.99A long established and very beautiful selection of Iris x robusta that forms clumps of green leaved which are distinctively purple stained at the base during spring. Dainty spikes of complex blue toned flowers are produced during early summer. Best in sunny open spot. Happy in average to heavy and wet soils, and will grow as a pond side marginal. Height 70cm – 90cm.
Harmful if eaten.