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Iris ensata
Japanese Iris
This iris can be divided in the fall and early spring
every 3-4 years. Likes well-drained to very moist
soil. Blooms in June.
Crystal Halo
zones 3-8
Deep violet petals surrounded with a white halo.
Its like looking at sunlight shining through crystal!
Height: 30-48”; Spread: 18-24”
015404 C1 $7.99
Lion King
zones 3-8
The gigantic 7-8 inch flowers were fully double,
with standards and falls much larger than the
species. Each petal displays a wide, grape purple
edge that feathers into the pure white
center. A small sunshine yellow signal is tucked
down into the base of each widely ruffled
petal. Height: 36-48”; Spread: 24-28”
018009 C1 $10.99
Iris germanica
Tall Bearded German Iris
Prefers a sunny well-drained fertile soil. Will
tolerate some shade in well-drained areas.
Division can be done in the fall as well as early
spring before new growth. Blooms in early
June. Some will re-bloom in fall.
germanica Batik
zones 3-10
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. Height: 26”;
Spread: 12-18”
016766 C1½ $11.99
germanica Before the Storm
zones 3-10
Regarded as one of the darkest purple-black irises
available today. Flowers are uniform in color with
widely flared falls and have a slight sweet
fragrance. Blooms in late spring. Height: 37”,
Spread: 18-24”
014242 C1½ $11.99
germanica Beverly Sills
zones 3-10
Uniform coral pink self with lacy edges and
impeccable form. Very fast grower and heavy
bloomer. Still one of the most sought-after irises
today! Height: 35”; Spread: 18-24”
011995 C1½ $11.99
germanica Clarence
zones 3-10
Whitish standards and sky blue falls, blooms late
spring and early fall. Rebloomer. Height: 30”
007570 C1½ $11.99
germanica Lace Artistry
zones 3-10
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! Height: 37”; Spread: 18-24”
015208 C1½ $11.99
germanica Millenium Sunrise
zones 3-10
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. Height: 39”; Spread: 18-24”
016769 C1½ $11.99
germanica Poem of Ecstacy
zones 3-10
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. Height: 36”; Spread: 18-24”
016767 C1½ $11.99
germanica Swingtown
zones 3-10
Fragrant, rich mulberry (deep purple-red) self with
impeccable form bloom prolifically in early
summer. Very sturdy, branched stems bear about 7-
9 buds. Height: 36”; Spread: 18-24”
016768 C1½ $11.99
germanica Tanzanian Tangerine
zones 3-10
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.
Height: 38”; Spread: 18-24”
015209 C1½ $11.99
Iris louisiana
Louisiana Iris
Black Gamecock
zones 4-9
Blooming from spring into summer, Black
Gamecock makes an attractive backdrop for your
garden or an accent plant in your pond. The
intense blue-black flowers are accented with a
small, bright band of yellow. This Iris is very easy
to grow in a moist, well-drained sunny spot.
Height: 48-60”, Spread: 18-24”
000852 C1 $8.99
Iris pallida
Variegated Sweet Iris
These are the most reliable and disease-resistant
of all Tall Bearded Irises.
Albo Variegata
zones 3-10
Fragrant flowers and bold foliage create a unique
border accent that stands out all season. Attracts
hummingbirds and adds a splash of spring color to
mixed plantings. Height: 24-36”; Spread: 15-18”
017935 C1 $9.99
Aureo Variegata
zones 3-10
Green and yellow variegated foliage is quite
striking. The tall, lavender-blue flowers are
fragrant. Blooms early summer. Height: 24-36”,
Spread: 12-24”
005040 C1 $9.99
Variegata
zones 3-10
Green and white foliage show off the fragrant
lavender-blue flowers. Height: 24-36” x 12-24”
005041 C1 $9.99
Iris sibirica
Siberian Iris
The beardless Iris is very easy to grow and looks
great throughout the gardening season. While they
grow in full sun in average garden soil, they do
prefer a moist but not soggy location. These do not
require the frequent division that bearded iris need,
but division every few years is a good idea.
Blooms May-June (July)
Butter & Sugar
zones 3-9
Looks like it could melt in your mouth! Creamy
white buds open to white flowers with yellow
signals. Height: 24-36”; Spread: 15-18”
015457 C1 $9.99
Caesars Brother
zones 3-9
One of the oldest and but still one of the best
Siberians on the market! Deep purple self; yellow
and white blaze with black veining. Blooms
profusely in early summer. Tall foliage remains
beautiful until frost. Height: 36-42”,
Spread: 18-24”
000858 C1 $9.99
White Swirl
zones 3-9
White flowers with a touch of yellow. The swordlike
leaves are bright green and remain erect for a
long time. Be sure to cut down flower stalks
immediately after flowering to promote a re-bloom.
Height: 36”, Spread: 36”
000862 C1 $6.99
Kniphofia
Red Hot Poker/Torch Lily
These flowers are great as cut flowers and since
they are tubular are great for attracting
hummingbirds!
hirsuta Fire Dance
zones 3-10
Coral red and yellow flower spikes are produced
from early through late summer atop a lowgrowing,
thick clump of narrow, arching, bluegreen
foliage. The tough leaves are ignored by
deer and rabbits, but the brightly colored, tubular
flowers are adored by hummingbirds and
butterflies. Height: 20”; Spread: 20”
015350 C1 $6.99
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