Iris Black Gamecock

Iris ‘Black Gamecock’ – Bold, Deep Purple Louisiana Iris for Water Gardens

Add dramatic color and elegance to your garden with the stunning Iris ‘Black Gamecock’, a standout variety of Louisiana iris known for its rich, velvety deep purple blooms that appear almost black in the right light. This award-winning perennial is perfect for pond edges, rain gardens, and moist landscape beds, creating a striking focal point from late spring to early summer.

With its tall, graceful foliage and large, ruffled flowers, Black Gamecock iris attracts attention while also supporting pollinators like butterflies. It thrives in wet conditions where many other plants struggle, making it an excellent choice for low-lying areas or water features.

 Plant Features

• Botanical Name: Iris louisiana ‘Black Gamecock’
• Common Name: Black Gamecock Iris
• Plant Type: Perennial aquatic / marginal plant
• Bloom Color: Deep purple to near-black
• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
• Mature Height: 24–36 inches
• Growth Habit: Clumping, upright

 Light Requirements

• Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Best flowering occurs with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily
• Tolerates light shade, especially in hotter climates