Louisiana Iris Ann Chowning Iris louisiana ‘Ann Chowning’ produces velvety dark cherry red flowers with a yellow center in early Summer. Plant at the edge of a pond for a beautiful display. This Iris is excellent for cut flowers. As with all Iris the tubers are harmful if eaten. Position: Full sun to part shadePlanting depth: Damp soil to 20cm (8’’) below water level.Growth rate: MediumFlowering Period: June & JulyHardiness: HardySize:  Height: 90cm (36"). Spread: 30cm (12") Aquatic pot and compost variations Aquatic plants come in a variety of pot and compost variations that have different benefits for planting and growing. Mesh Pot (Aquatic Compost)Pot can be removed and plant can be planted directly into soil or margins above or below the water line. Pot and plant can also be placed directly into water to be container grown, but will still need repotting in time. Pot (Aquatic Compost)Pot must be removed and plant should be planted directly into soil or margins above or below the water line. Pot (Regular Compost)Pot must be removed and plant should be planted directly into soil or margins above the water line. Cannot be planted directly into soil below the water line.