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Bearded Iris Bulbs - In Living Color

Deer and rabbit resistant and pollinator favorite

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fragrant
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rodent Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Iris germanica

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

BLOOM SEASON

  • Late Spring through Early Summer

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 36 to 40 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Bearded

COLOR

  • Purple
  • Yellow

Bright and beautiful flame of yellow lifts up and arches into a highly ruffled standard in our In Living Color Bearded Iris. Paired with this striking burst of yellow are the plum violet falls that showcase intricate patterns matched with various colors. Small gold patches on either side of the beards flow into plum then violet, with a violet/tan band around the margins. Truly spectacular!

  • • Pronounced, musky fragrance
  • • Needs full sun and well-draining soil
  • • Blooms mid spring

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall

PLANTING DEPTH

  • In a shallow hole with fleshy roots partially exposed

WATER NEEDS

  • Low

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 to 24 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9

COVERAGE

Amount Recommended Coverage
1 Bulb / Ships in Fall Up to 0.75 Sq. Ft
3 Bulbs / Ships in Fall Up to 1.5 Sq. Ft
5 Bulbs / Ships in Fall Up to 3.5 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Bearded Iris Planting Guide to learn more.

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Bearded Iris Bulbs - In Living Color

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Bearded Iris Bulbs - In Living Color FAQs

What size bulbs will I receive with In Living Color Bearded Iris?

In Living Color Bearded Iris is graded No. 1.

Is In Living Color Bearded Iris resistant to animals or disease?

In Living Color Bearded Iris is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of bulb is In Living Color Bearded Iris grown from?

In Living Color Bearded Iris is grown from a rhizome.

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