Louisiana Iris ‘Ann Chowning’

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Ann Chowning Louisiana Iris is a stunning, moisture‑loving perennial prized for its velvety, deep cherry‑red blooms accented by striking bright gold signals. This multi‑award‑winning selection is known for its elegant, sword‑like green foliage and vibrant, saucer‑shaped flowers that appear from late spring into early summer. Its rich nectar draws bees and hummingbirds, making it a standout choice for water gardens, pond margins, boggy areas, and moist landscape beds. With its vigorous rhizomatous habit and reliable performance in wet conditions, Ann Chowning offers dramatic, bold color with straightforward care.

Growing Ann Chowning Louisiana Iris

Light: Full sun to partial shade; produces the most abundant blooms with at least six hours of direct sunlight.

Soil: Rich, organic, and acidic soil; thrives in wet, boggy soils and can even tolerate shallow standing water.

Water: High; requires consistent, deep moisture and should never be allowed to completely dry out.

Maintenance: Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to maintain a tidy appearance. Divide overgrown rhizomes every 3–4 years in late summer to rejuvenate.

Wildlife: Highly attractive to hummingbirds and bees; deer‑ and rabbit‑resistant.

Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 6–9; benefits from a heavy winter mulch in the cooler extremities of its range.

Shipping Info

Ann Chowning Louisiana Iris plants are shipped as healthy young starts in 4" nursery pots. Allow 1–2 weeks after arrival for plants to recover from shipping and resume active growth before repotting or planting outdoors.