Ixia 'Marquette' — Upright, clump-forming | Fenn

Overview

Ixia 'Marquette' is a upright, clump-forming bulbs in the genus Ixia, part of the Iridaceae family, with narrow, linear foliage. Ixia 'Marquette' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include borders and containers.

About

Ixia 'Marquette' is an upright, clump-forming cultivar of the Ixia genus, which comprises perennial plants growing from corms with long, narrow leaves. This cultivar produces vibrant, star-shaped flowers on slender stems in spring. It thrives best in well-drained, neutral loam soil with full sun exposure, ideally in a sheltered, south-facing position. Suitable for borders and containers, Ixia 'Marquette' is hardy to UK zone H4 and can be propagated by corm division or seed.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Ixia

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4

Plant details

Ixia 'Marquette' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Bulbs
Habit: Upright, clump-forming
Foliage: Narrow, linear
Suggested uses: Borders, containers

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Ixia 'Marquette'

Propagation: Corm division, seed
Pest resistance: Generally pest-resistant
Disease resistance: Generally disease-resistant

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Ixia 'Marquette'?

Ixia 'Marquette' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Ixia 'Marquette' need?

Ixia 'Marquette' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Ixia 'Marquette' hardy in the UK?

Ixia 'Marquette' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.

How do I propagate Ixia 'Marquette'?

Corm division, seed.

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