Iris germanicus

Known for sword-shaped leaves and showy, multi-petaled flowers, bearded iris is a hybrid of ancient natural origin that arose in the Balkan region. There are now thousands of cultivars in virtually every color and color combination and a variety of heights.  This variety is tall with purple flowers.

– Deer resistant
– 30 – 36″ tall
– Full sun to part shade
– Well-drained soil to avoid rhizome rot
– Rhizomes spread horizontally, creating new shoots and flowers from the outer edges of the clump. Divide every 3-5 years to maintain vigor.
– Blooms late spring

– Rhizomes should be planted at soil level or lightly covered and not mulched