Iris louisiana 'Spicy Cajun' - Louisiana Iris, Pond Marginal Plant
Iris louisiana 'Spicy Cajun' - Louisiana Iris, Pond Marginal Plant
£10.72
/
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
Planting Time
Flowering Time
Iris 'Spicy Cajun' is a Louisiana iris hybrid, sold as Iris louisiana 'Spicy Cajun'. It forms a clump of green, sword-shaped leaves that stay neat through summer, and flowers in late spring to early summer.
Spicy Cajun at a glance
| Botanical name | Iris 'Spicy Cajun' (Louisiana iris hybrid) |
|---|---|
| Common name | Louisiana iris |
| Plant type | Clump-forming iris; dies back in winter |
| Height and spread | About 75–90 cm tall in flower |
| Flowers | Purple with a yellow and white centre, late spring to early summer |
| Position | Full sun or part shade; flowers best with 6 hours of sun |
| Soil | Fertile, moist to wet soil |
| Pond depth | 0–10 cm of water over the crown |
| Hardiness | Not rated by the RHS |
| Native to | Garden hybrid of North American irises (not UK native) |
Where to plant it
- A sunny pond shelf with up to 10 cm of water over the crown
- Wet ground at the pond edge
- Bog gardens with fertile, moist soil
How to plant and care for it
Plant from spring to late summer. While it settles in, keep it shallower than its maximum depth.
Is it poisonous?
Yes. Irises are harmful if eaten by people or pets, so wear gloves when handling it.
Which size should I buy?
Bare-root plants (7 cm, 9 cm, 1 litre and 3 litre) arrive without a pot or compost and are the most economical way to plant a group. Potted plants (9 cm, 1 litre and 3 litre) arrive growing in our peat-free compost and give a faster display. Packs of 3 come in 7 cm, 9 cm, 1 litre and 3 litre bare-root sizes and cost less per plant. The 2x Pot & Compost option is two plants supplied with pots and compost.
Pond depth: 0 - 10cm
Light: Full sun or part shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Height and spread: 80 - 120cm tall, 50 - 100cm wide
Planting and flowering months are shown in the calendar under the photos.
Bare root (7 cm, 9 cm, 1 litre, 3 litre): plants sent without a pot or compost, ready to plant straight away. The most economical way to plant a group.
Potted (9 cm, 1 litre, 3 litre): plants growing in our recycled, peat-free compost made in Lincolnshire. Larger sizes give a faster display.
Pack of 3 (7 cm bare-root, 9 cm bare-root, 1 litre bare-root, 3 litre bare-root): three plants of the chosen size at a lower price per plant.
2x Pot & Compost: two plants supplied with pots and compost.
Sizes shown with a line through them are currently unavailable.
At Lincs Plants, we strive to provide fast and reliable shipping to ensure your plants arrive in perfect condition. We offer 1-3 day shipping through a variety of dispatch methods to suit your needs.
Processing Time:
Orders are processed within 1 - 3 business day after payment confirmation. Orders placed on weekends or public holidays will be processed the next business day.
Shipping Methods:
- Standard Shipping (1-3 days)
- Express Shipping (1-2 days)
Should you have any questions or concerns about your shipment, feel free to contact us.
Subscribe to our newsletter
Subscribe for Deals and Discounts