Iris 'Black Joker' (Sib)

This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.

• Position: full sun or partial shade
• Soil: well-drained, moderately fertile, neutral to slightly acidic soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Flowering period: May to June
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  This unusual and stunning new Siberian iris has lavender-blue stigma flaps, with violet purple and gold standards and falls that together create a very exotic looking flower. Held above narrow strap-like foliage, this vigorous hardy clump-forming iris will look fabulous planted in the border, or naturalising alongside a pond.
  
  
• Garden care: Plant in soil that has been improved with well-rotted manure or garden compost and do not allow to dry out, particularly as the plant is getting established. If planted in a container, it will need dividing and repotting every couple of years in spring.