Iris ensata 'Cupcake' (PBR) (Dinner Plate Series)
iris
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- Standard £5.95
This pond plant dies right back in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: reliably moist or boggy soil or aquatic compost
- Depth of water: 0-15cm (0-6in)
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: May to July
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Boasting generous white blooms adorned with candy-coloured accents, Iris ensata 'Cupcake' is a delectable treat for the eyes. Lemon yellow flashes and delicate violet veining create a captivating display, with flowers reaching up to 15cm (6in) across. Bees and butterflies flock to this floral confection, making it a delightful addition to any garden, and whether basking in full sun or partial shade, this iris thrives in moist, acidic, boggy soil, making it perfect for borders, pond edges, or stream banks. Its sword-shaped foliage adds structure and interest, dying back in autumn in readiness for neat and tidy displays year after year.
These plants are potted up (using a suitable aquatic compost) into aquatic pots. These pots are made of a fine mesh, which allows water to circulate through the compost, providing the plants with both oxygen and nutrients. After foliage has died back in autumn cut back to just above the water surface. If using as a boggy/marginal aquatic, plant out in reliably moist or boggy soil, or pot up into a pond basket and place at the margins of a pond at
- Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten