I received a dormant bulb for spring planting. what do I do with it?

Bearded Iris rhizomes should be planted in the fall. Go ahead and plant it now.

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Hardiness Zone
4-9
Bloom Time
Midseason flowering (Late spring) and re-blooms late summer to early fall
Height
36 inches
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
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Plant In
Fall
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Aubergine a la Mode Reblooming Bearded Iris

Sure, the name conveys the image of a British eggplant dish topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, but this purple plicata is much more appealing! The well-formed blooms, which open just above the foliage, consist of purple standards, falls splashed purple and white, and vibrant orange beards. Parents are Slovak Prince and the broken coloured Tiger Honey. This one is from Breck's own breeding program! Midseason flowering. Reblooms in late summer to early fall.

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Planting & Care

Planting InstructionsSet rhizome so bottom half is below ground level. Firm well and water thoroughly. Plant where they will get at least 5 hours of sun per day.

Light RequirementsFull Sun, Partial Shade

Soil RequirementsWell drained preferred. Quite tolerant of a wide range of soils although.

Will TolerateAcidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
Watering RequirementsAverage water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater

Fertilization RequirementsOnce per year

PruningRemove spent flower stems after blooming. In late fall, cut back foliage to 6" fans. Clean plant debris before winter to prevent borers overwintering.

Winter CareMulch in colder climates and remove in early spring before growth starts.

Product Details

Botanical NameIris germanica 'Aubergine a la Mode'

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FormRhizome

Hardiness Zone4-9

Flowering TimeMidseason flowering (Late spring) and re-blooms late summer to early fall

Flower ColorPurple plicata, purple stands, splashes of purple & white falls, orange beard

Flower FormFlowers are fan-shaped, with three drooping petals called falls and three upright petals called standards.

Foliage TypeGlaucous-green, sword-like fans of stiff upright leaves with some dying back in colder climates in winter.

Height/Habit36 inches

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Zones	Shipping Dates	Last Order Date
3A - 6B	8/3/26 - 10/23/26	10/19/26
7A - 11B	8/17/26 - 11/6/26	11/2/26

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Features

Hardiness Zone
4-9
Bloom Time
Midseason flowering (Late spring) and re-blooms late summer to early fall
Height
36 inches
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Ships As
Premium rhizome
Plant In
Fall
Deer Resistant