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Iris 'Black Gamecock'

Family Iridaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 55 - 65 cm (2 ft)
Spread 0.7 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Iris 'Black Gamecock' (Louisiana hybrid iris) bears showy and faded purple blossoms during late winter to late spring. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, bog, border, container, cut flowers and pond.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds are attracted to Iris 'Black Gamecock' . Iris 'Black Gamecock' is tolerant of wet sites.