Louisiana iris are superb pond plants but they do not require pond culture.

Growing Louisiana Iris

Introduction
The Culture of Louisiana Irises excerpted from
The Louisiana Iris, second edition

Further examples of how to grow Louisiana iris,
some more specific to the author's climate:

The Cultural Requirements of Louisiana Iris
        Heather Prior, Pennant Hills, New South Wales, Australia
LOUISIANA IRIS...."Les Gles de Marais"
        Robert Turley, Lake Charles, Louisiana, USA

Breeding Louisiana Iris and Extended Bloom Season

Hybridizing
The Importance of the Abbeville Iris (I. nelsonii)
Rebloomers

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Growing Louisiana iris in barrels or children's wading pools is popular and practical. In dry locations, it is easier to keep the iris watered if they are in containers. The iris are confined to the container and protected from borrowing varmints. The barrels can be placed on the ground in climates without long freezing winters. In colder climates, the barrels should be sunk in the ground or otherwise protected from the elements.

Photo of Louisiana Nursery in Opelousas, Louisiana.