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| Common Name: |
Tall Bearded Iris, German
Iris |
| Botanical
Name: |
Iris germanica |
| Type: |
Perennial, tuber |
| Soil
Preference: |
The most critical growing
factor is the moisture level of the soil and drainage. Bearded Irises will
absolutely not tolerate "wet feet" (too much water will cause the rhizomes
to rot) and require very well-drained soil at all times of the year. They
will grow in any good garden soil as long as this drainage is provided. |
| Light
Requirements: |
All Bearded Irises will
produce the most flowers if they receive a full day of sun, but will also
perform reasonably well with a half day of sun. |
| Attributes: |
Cut flower, deer resistant,
rabbit resistant |
| Pests: |
Iris
borer |
| Diseases: |
N/A |
| Good Companion
Plants: |
Corydalis, Hardy
Geranium, Lamb's Ear, Garden Peony, Poppy, Cushion Spurge,
Sedum |
| Care: |
Irises are generally heavy feeders and should
be fertilized 3 times per year: first in the spring when new growth appears,
second right after blooming, and third in the fall. When planting them for
the first time or when transplanting, use a no-nitrogen fertilizer such as
0-10-10 worked into the soil.
Division is recommended every 3-4 years to maintain healthy plants and
achieve the maximum bloom. The best time of year to plant irises is in late
summer after they are done blooming. Dig up the entire clump and use a sharp
knife to cut apart the rhizomes. Keep only the newer ones around the outer
edge of the clump and discard the old, woody center. Replant the new
divisions 12-18 in. apart to allow ample room for new growth and good air
circulation. Planting at the correct level is critical to the plant's health
and flower production. Rhizomes should be planted so the soil barely covers
the top of them, or 1-2 in. deep. Doing so will help to prevent soft rot.
Planting Instructions: Perennials
Water & Fertilizer
Schedule |
| Varieties:
This variety listing is for
informational purposes only,
it is not a catalog.
To view our catalog or availability, click
here
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Iris germanica 'Batik'
Tall Bearded German Iris
zones 3-10
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| Description:
Royal purple flowers with wildly irregular, spattered and streaked, white
markings on both standards and falls. Very distinctive variety with a
stately habit and large flowers. Blooms in late spring. |
| Bloom Color: |
Royal Purple |
| Bloom Time: |
Late spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
26" |
| Spread: |
12-18" |
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Iris germanica 'Before the Storm'
Tall Bearded German Iris
zones 3-10
|
| Description:
Regarded as one of the darkest purple-black irises available today.
Flowers are uniform in color with widely flared falls. Slight sweet
fragrance. Excellent growth habit. Blooms in late spring. |
| Bloom Color: |
Dark purple |
| Bloom Time: |
Late spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
37" |
| Spread: |
18-24" |
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Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills'
Tall Bearded German Iris
zones 3-10
|
| Description:
Uniform coral pink self with lacy edges and impeccable form. Very fast
grower and heavy bloomer. Blooms in late spring. Still one of
the most sought-after irises today. |
| Bloom Color: |
Coral pink |
| Bloom Time: |
Late spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
35" |
| Spread: |
18-24" |
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Iris germanica 'Clarence'
Tall Bearded German Iris
zones 3-10
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| Description:
Pale blue standards and flaring, ruffled, violet-blue falls with large,
white beards. Well-branched and budded with 7-10 buds. Sweetly
fragrant. Blooms in late spring and again in fall; highly recognized
for its dependable re-bloom. |
| Bloom Color: |
Blue |
| Bloom Time: |
Late spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
35" |
| Spread: |
18-24" |
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Iris germanica 'Immortality'
Tall Bearded German Iris
zones 3-10
|
| Description:
Ruffled, soft white self with pale lemon-yellow beards. Strong sweet
fragrance. Begins to bloom in late spring, and is nearly ever-blooming
once established. Has the most consistent re-blooming ability of any iris
throughout the country. |
| Bloom Color: |
White |
| Bloom Time: |
Late spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
29" |
| Spread: |
18-24" |
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Iris germanica 'Lace Artistry'
Tall Bearded German Iris
zones 3-10
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| Description:
Even more beautiful when viewed up close, this delicate peachy pink iris has
frilly ruffled petals like a little girl's party dress. The center of the
falls brightens to cream, highlighting the apricot beards. A work of art! |
| Bloom Color: |
Pink Shades |
| Bloom Time: |
Late spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
37" |
| Spread: |
18-24" |
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Iris germanica 'Millenium Sunrise'
Tall Bearded German Iris
zones 3-10
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| Description:
This Iris really stands out from the crowd with its unique apricot colored
flowers. The huge blossoms measure an incredible 4” x 7” and have a broad
form with widely spreading falls. Pure apricot standards are edged with
beautiful ruffles and lacing. |
| Bloom Color: |
Apricot |
| Bloom Time: |
Late spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
39" |
| Spread: |
18-24" |
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Iris germanica 'Poem of Ecstasy'
Tall Bearded German Iris
zones 3-10
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| Description:
This pastel colored bicolor will grace your garden with its large, romantic
colored blossoms in late spring to early summer. Peachy pink standards
contrast nicely with the smooth lavender falls and golden orange beards,
each edged in flowing ruffles. |
| Bloom Color: |
Bicolor |
| Bloom Time: |
Late spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
36" |
| Spread: |
18-24" |
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Iris germanica 'Princess Caroline de Monaco'
Tall Bearded German Iris
zones 3-10
|
| Description:
Light blue self with large, ruffled petals and sharply contrasting, bright
tangerine beards. Displays excellent vigor. Blooms in late
spring. |
| Bloom Color: |
Light blue |
| Bloom Time: |
Late spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
34" |
| Spread: |
18-24" |
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Iris germanica 'Swingtown'
Tall Bearded German Iris
zones 3-10
|
| Description: Fragrant,
rich mulberry (deep purple-red) self with impeccable form bloom prolifically
in early summer. Very sturdy, branched stems bear about 7-9 buds. They are
wonderful accent plants for late spring gardens. |
| Bloom Color: |
Deep Purple-Red |
| Bloom Time: |
Late spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
36" |
| Spread: |
18-24" |
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Iris germanica 'Tanzanian Tangerine'
Tall Bearded German Iris
zones 3-10
|
| Description: Known
for the wild broken color patterns of his introductions such as 'Gnus
Flash', this selection is just as unique! Ruffled, peachy tan flowers have
clear standards but the falls are misted with a fine spray of wine red
color. A subtle picotee wine red edge and orange beards complete the
look. |
| Bloom Color: |
Peach |
| Bloom Time: |
Late spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
38" |
| Spread: |
18-24" |
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Iris germanica 'Savannah Sunset'
Tall Bearded German Iris
zones 3-10
|
| Description:
Glowing, cadmium orange self with tangerine beards . Blooms for an
exceptionally long period from late spring through early summer. |
| Bloom Color: |
Orange |
| Bloom Time: |
Late spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
38" |
| Spread: |
18-24" |
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