“If there’s one plant designed for problem gardens, it’s the Louisiana iris,” says Leoné Williams of Petal Faire nursery, who’s been collecting Louisiana irises for many years. She’s found them to be very adaptable, thriving in those difficult gardens that get full sun and full shade in equal measure.
“They do well in clay soil and don’t mind wet feet, so poor drainage is never a problem, and surprisingly, they can also grow alongside other flowers in normal garden beds, provided they are watered regularly,” she says.
“If Louisianas sound too good to be true, it’s because they are,” she laughs, “and of course, their best asset is their utterly gorgeous blooms.”
IN THE GARDEN
Louisiana irises ( Iris ser. Hexagonae ) are essentially water plants, originating in the swamps…
