Best iris for small ponds

Ever heard of water iris? No, this doesn’t mean “watering” an iris plant but pertains to where the iris grows – in naturally wet or aquatic-like conditions. Read on for more water iris information.

What is a Water Iris?

Although several iris types grow in wet soil, true water iris is a semi-aquatic or bog plant that grows best in shallow water deep enough to cover the crown year-round.

How to plant water iris seeds

However, most water iris plants will also grow in wet soil alongside a pond or stream, or even in a well-watered garden spot. True water irises include:

Water Iris Growing Conditions

Planting a water iris in a wide pond plant basket or plastic pot to confine the growth is advisable, as some types of water iris, like yellow flag irises, can spread like crazy and may become difficult to control.

Look for a location where the plant is exposed to the sun for most of the day unless you live in a hot, desert climate. In that case, a little afternoon shade is beneficial. If you don’t have a pond, try planting water iris in a whiskey barrel lined with plastic.

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planting iris around pond

planting irises in a pond