Abbeville Swamp Iris (Iris nelsonii)

Scientific Name - Iris nelsonii
Common Name - Abbeville Swamp Iris

Iris nelsonii is an interesting hybrid plant, clump-forming perennial with long, sword-shaped green leaves and striking red to reddish-purple flowers. Its upright foliage adds a graceful vertical accent to water features, while the blooms bring rich colour to pondside planting. Suitable for moist pond margins, and aquatic containers.

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

Growth Rate: Moderate

Mature Height: Approximately 80–120 cm, including flower stalks

Growing Conditions: Rich, consistently moist to wet, slightly acidic soil

Plant Type: Flowering aquatic plant.