Play It Koi Iris Louisiana

This marginal plant thrives best in shallow water, typically at a depth of 1 to 6 inches. You can place the pot on a shelf within your pond or plant it directly in the moist soil along the water's edge.

A bare root plant is shipped without soil around its roots, which helps reduce stress during transit. Once you receive it, simply soak the roots briefly and plant it immediately into your pond substrate or moist garden soil to encourage quick establishment.

The 'Acadian Miss' is hardy in USDA Zones 5 through 11. In colder regions, ensure the crown of the plant is submerged below the ice line during winter to protect it from freezing temperatures.

While it can tolerate partial shade, this iris performs best and produces the most vibrant blooms when given at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Consistent light is key to ensuring it flowers reliably from late spring into early summer.

Louisiana Irises are generally well-behaved in contained water gardens. However, as with any aquatic plant, you should always keep it contained within your pond or garden area to prevent it from spreading into local natural water systems.