{"product_id":"iris-reticulata-pixie","title":"Iris reticulata 'Pixie' - Potted Dwarf Iris","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis charming miniature iris brings a burst of early colour just when the garden (and balcony) needs it most. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIris reticulata ‘Pixie’\u003c\/span\u003e is a compact, early-flowering dwarf iris with delicate violet-blue blooms, often marked with golden or yellow detailing on the falls. Perfect for pots, window boxes, and small garden spaces, it’s an easy win for late winter to early spring interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIris reticulata ‘Pixie’\u003c\/span\u003e, commonly known as a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePotted Dwarf Iris\u003c\/span\u003e, is loved for its petite size, strong colour, and reliability. These bulbs are ideal for containers near doorways or paths where you can enjoy their flowers up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerennial\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBulbous, Compact, Early-Spring Flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Late winter to early spring (February–March)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Late winter to spring, dying back naturally after flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eIris reticulata\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Pixie’ (from the Greek \u003ci\u003eiris\u003c\/i\u003e, meaning “rainbow”)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eDwarf Iris, Reticulated Iris\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSpecies native to Turkey, the Caucasus, and parts of Iran\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eRemove spent flowers to keep displays tidy. Allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering to feed the bulb for next year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eProvides an early nectar source for emerging pollinators when little else is in flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFull sun to light shade. Best placed in a sheltered spot for containers, or at the front of borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWater moderately while in growth and flowering. Ensure pots drain freely and never allow bulbs to sit in soggy soil. Reduce watering once foliage starts to fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFree-draining soil is essential. Use a gritty compost or add sharp sand to improve drainage, especially for containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eA light feed with a balanced fertiliser after flowering can help support next year’s blooms, particularly in pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eToxic if ingested – keep away from pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePlant or position pots somewhere visible from indoors – these tiny irises are at their best when you can admire their detail up close on cold early-spring days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"9cm","offer_id":43784672542973,"sku":"CF2423","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"-","offer_id":43784673820925,"sku":"CF2424","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/products\/iris-reticulata-pixie-417742.jpg?v=1676677482","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.live\/products\/iris-reticulata-pixie","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}