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Pacific Coast Iris
75mm Pot
ANOTHER EXCITING RELEASE!
Our Nursery Manager has allowed us to take more of her precious Pacific Coast Iris for another special release! We are building up stock with the aim of releasing named colours, but once again this release is a lucky dip of unnamed colours.
Also known as Californian Iris, Pacific Coast Iris (Iris x pacifica) are the divas of the Iris world. These low growing hybrids show off clumps of grass-like foliage and beardless flowers in an array of amazing colours and are possibly one of the most colourful and truly striking of all the Iris groups, but as truly captivating as this category of Iris are, be warned; these beautiful plants are extremely tricky to grow and this is why they are rarely offered for sale!
Originating on the Pacific Coast of America and California, these easy to hybridize varieties are extremely particular about how they are treated and do need extra effort in order to establish and grow well.
A neutral to acid soil with good drainage is a must, and they prefer a dappled shade position rather than full sun where a lot of other Iris species tend to grow well. These plants resent root disturbance and as such will often take a few years to settle in and begin to flower, but when they do it is a sight to behold so the wait is definitely worth it.
Pacific Coast Iris love a wet Winter and will enjoy regular Spring rains, but once Summer comes these plants require watering only once a week at the most. They will not tolerate humid weather and they need their root systems to be kept reasonably dry and cool during the Summer. Mulching is an absolute must, and if plants are potted ensure they are not in a sunny position and do not overwater.
The final key for success with this variety is transplanting and repotting times. This can only be done when the roots are actively growing or the plants will most likely fail. Any sort of disturbance to the roots needs to be done between May & July, just as they are emerging from dormancy and new white roots are developing. (Check for this by having a gentle scratch around the base of your plants and be guided by what you find- if the roots are white, now is the time- if not, it is best to reschedule.) Division or repotting at other times of the year is extremely risky and you run the risk of losing most of your precious plants.
Supplied as a potted plant.
Note: Image is a suggestion of what colours are available but is no guarantee as to what colour an individual plant is.
CAUTION Harmful if eaten
- Suitable for areas with part shade
- Ideal in pots or containers
- Grows 15-20cm wide
- Grows to 15-40cm high
- Spring
- Ideal Growing Regions:
Cool- Temperate
- Arid
- Semi-arid
- View growing regions on the Climate Map
Cool
Temperate
Arid
Semi-aridAvailability: OUT OF STOCK/OUT OF SEASON! Available to order from mid-April to July, unless sold out.
$24.90
Multibuy Prices
Buy 3 or more of this item and get them for $22.90 per item
*Price adjustments will be reflected in the cart.
11 in stock
Not for the following states due to quarantine restrictions
- NT
- TAS
- WA
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GUARANTEE & RETURNS:
At Garden Express, we want to ensure that you have a positive purchasing experience. On the off chance your plants get stuck in the mail or haven’t arrived in the best condition, we ask that you reach out to us promptly with any concerns or issues. You can contact us via email at [email protected] or by phone at 1300 606 242, Monday to Friday EST, contacting us through social media platforms may be less reliable, so we encourage you to use our email.
Please note that it’s important to get in touch with our customer service team within 7 days of receiving your order if you have any concerns as claims regarding arrival condition after 7 days of arrival will not be recognised.
Please also remember not to dispose of any items until you’ve spoken to us, as to be eligible for a replacement, credit, or refund, we may request photos or additional information for any item(s) in question.
If you need to make a return, please contact our Customer Service department via email at [email protected] or by phone at 1300 606 242 for authorisation before proceeding. Once again contacting us through social media platforms may be less reliable, so we encourage you to use our email or phone number for a smoother experience.
It is also important to mention that discounted ‘end-of-season’ stock is sold on an ‘as is’ basis and is exempt from this guarantee. While this stock is generally sound, we recommend planting these items as soon as possible.
Our team packs and dispatches each day based on the best timing of delivery service to your state. This way we can ensure your order is in transit for the shortest time possible.
Delivery is normally via Australia Post with larger orders delivered via StarTrack Express* courier. We service virtually all areas of Australia with only those areas not serviced by these organisations being excluded (e.g. remote islands and Territories such as Christmas Island, Lord Howe Island, Norfolk Island, Cocos Islands, Groote Eylandt). We do not deliver outside Australia but happily deliver orders placed from overseas for Australian delivery. Our regular delivery charge for basic items is $12.50 Australia-wide, regardless of the number of items ordered. Due to their higher freight costs, bulky or heavy products such as roses, large pots and a small number of hard goods have higher delivery charges. The summary of all current delivery options is:
- Basic Postage $12.50: Applies to orders NOT containing Roses, 120mm and larger pots/grow-bags, Bare-rooted Trees, Composting Buckets, nor any items with individually specified delivery charges, all delivered at one time, will incur the normal $12.50 freight charge. These items are referred to as “Basic Items“.
- Roses & Larger Potted Items $16.90: Applies to orders containing bush Roses, 120mm up to 155mm pot/grow-bags, Composting Buckets, together with other products delivered at the same time will incur a $16.90 freight charge.
- Small Trees & Large Pots $25.50: Applies to orders containing Trixie Fruit Trees, Dwarf Fruit Trees, Lilac Trees, Standard and/or Patio Roses, 160mm up to a 200mm pot/grow-bags, together with other products delivered at the same time will incur a $25.50 freight charge.
- Large Items $35.00: Applies to orders containing Bare-rooted Trees, Bagged Trees, Weeping Roses, Larger items or pots/grow-bags greater than 200mm, together with other products delivered at the same time, will incur a $35.00 freight charge. Remote areas may incur an additional Freight charge but we will notify customers individually if this is the case.
- Orders containing products with explicitly stated delivery charges will incur charges as detailed in the individual product description.
- Order Split Fee: Some items may be delayed due to climatic or growing habits prevent them from being harvested at the time of being offered for purchase. You will be offered a choice to wait until all items on your order are available or to receive what is currently available for an additional freight charge of $5.00.
- We continue to maintain the simplest form of postage costs for the large variety of products we range, however in occasional circumstances of oversized orders and/or delivery location, the cost of freight can significantly impact delivery of an order therefore we reserve the right to refuse the order or contact the customer to discuss freight options and pricing.
Orders containing products from two different seasons (eg Rose or spring bulb pre-orders) that require separate deliveries will incur two delivery charges at the relevant rates (unless a free freight offer applies). A $5.00 Quarantine Inspection Surcharge applies in addition to the Delivery Charge for orders delivered to Tasmania, Northern Territory and Western Australia due to the increased complexity of quarantine requirements.
As quarantine inspections apply to each delivery, 2 quarantine charges will apply where orders contain products from different seasons. *Please note that if you order large items (eg Patio, Standard or Weeping Roses, Fruit Trees) you must specify a street address for the delivery address. StarTrack Express generally do not deliver to PO Boxes or RSD addresses so your order will be held until a suitable address is obtained. In rural areas, StarTrack may deliver to physical addresses such as general stores that act as Australia Post agencies but we suggest you check with them first. Where ‘Free Delivery’ vouchers apply to an order, details of the voucher should be entered in the “Your message to us” field. Orders (except Pre-orders) are normally despatched within 7-14 working days from the time of ordering during busy periods. Delivery times may be extended during peak periods (typically following the release of the latest catalogue), extended public holidays, if extreme weather conditions are not suitable for live plant transport or as detailed in the product description.
Individual items may be back-ordered to avoid delaying the delivery of other items. Please allow additional delivery time for orders to Tasmania, Northern Territory and Western Australia due to quarantine restrictions.
Please note: Some orders may not be possible to parts of Australia due to quarantine and some items may carry unique delivery charges. Check full delivery policy.
Common Name: GRASSES AND STRAP LEAFED PLANTS
Mondo Grass, Fairy Fishing Rods, Ponytails, Liriope, Dietes
Description: Many of the grasses and strap leafed plants are extremely tolerant to withstanding periods of drought once they are established.
Watering: Water regularly during the warmer months initially, but once the plants have been in the ground for a full year, they will generally only need assistance during times of extreme dryness.
Fertilising: Generally many strap leaved plants will do well with minimal fertilising. Use a general purpose fertiliser in spring if desired. Care needs to be taken for Australian Natives to use a specific fertiliser for Australian Native plants.
Soil: Well drained soil is preferred for many of these plants. Mulching well will also assist plants to withstand dry periods.
Legend
Establish which coloured region you live in and then consider the varieties listed as typically suited to that area. The Australian Climate Guide map is intended as a guide only as climatic conditions vary between specific locations. Factors such as local altitude, wind and the proximity of hills, mountains and bodies of water can cause variations from the generalised climate map. Note also that although a plant may be listed as suitable for a particular region, it may still require protection from extremes such as frost or strong winds. You should also consider its requirements for sun, shade and water.
Remember that you can often extend the range of plants that you can grow by creating micro-climates within your garden. Planting under trees, beside brick walls or in the shelter of a building, on high or low points in the garden can all have an effect. Even planting by a pond or surrounded by rocks can be used to advantage. Part of the joy of gardening can be experimenting and nothing is more pleasing that achieving success with a plant that is not usually seen in your area.
The map is based on Australian Bureau of Meteorology 30 year climatology data from 1961-1990. The zones are based on both temperature and humidity:
- Tropical – hot humid summer .
- Mild Tropical – warm humid summer
- Semi-arid – hot dry summer, cold winter
- Arid – hot dry summer, cold winter
- Temperate – warm summer, cool winter
- Cool – mild-warm summer, cool winter
Tropical – hot humid summer .
Mild Tropical – warm humid summer
