Iris - Black Gamecock

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Iris - Black Gamecock

The Iris ‘Black Gamecock’ has intense blue-black 4” blooms accented with a band of yellow. With a velvety texture and beautiful evergreen foliage, it has a plant height of 5’ and a width of 18-24”. Blooming from spring into summer, ‘Black Gamecock’ an attractive backdrop for your garden. It is an easily grown Iris. Iris ‘Black Gamecock’ prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun, but will tolerate some afternoon shade. This Iris needs plenty of water throughout the season to continue to looks its best. Iris ‘Black Gamecock’ is useful in many ways. Best used around pools, ponds and water gardens, and for mass plantings. It can also be used in difficult banks and preventing erosion. They also make magnificent cut flowers and are resistant to deer. ... find out more

 

Hosta - Christmas Tree The Hosta Christmas Tree, 'Hosta', has large, wide deep green leaves with creamy white margins. The foliage appears crinkled and heavy of substance. The white flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta’s are not known for their flowers. With a plant height of 20” and a spread of 36”, Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. Hosta ‘Christmas Tree’ needs to be planted in a full shade location in any moist, well-drained area. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and it is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Iris - Black Gamecock