Dwarf Bearded Iris Collection
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Description
A Perennial Favourite for DecadesBreeders started developing dwarf bearded irises in the 1930s. By the 1950s, interest in them had soared. Today, these star performers are still favourites among gardeners because of their early blooms, hardiness and carefree nature. Simply plant these pretty, petite perennials and then watch them flower and thrive for years to come!
Don't Sell These Early Bloomers Short
he plucky little beauties of this collection bloom at the first sign of warm spring weather, before their taller cousins. These vigorous perennials spread yearly to create generous displays in gardens, rockeries and even beneath trees.
Includes 1 each of Thunderegg, True Navy, Cat's Eye, Bitty Beauty, Coconino and Fuzzy Slippers
Thunderegg The flower's clean and neat colour pattern ensures a captivating focal point. It presents a striking contrast with medium yellow standards set against deep maroon falls, each accented with a medium yellow rim. Ideal for creating a vivid, fragrant display at the forefront of a border. Grows 7" tall.
True Navy This aromatic early bloomer beguiles with its deep navy blue hue, embodying the essence of a crisp, clear night sky. Its artfully curled, ruffled petals add an exquisite touch. An award- winning dwarf variety, it stuns in borders. Grows 12" tall.
Cat's Eye Compact clumps of rich rose-red blooms bear deep red centres on the falls. This multiple award winner will add exotic colour to pots, border fronts or sunny rockeries. Grows 15" tall.
Bitty Beauty The frilly white standards shine above the dark purple falls with white edging. Yellow beards and gold markings complete the look. Adds vibrancy to border fronts or mixed-bed plantings. Grows 8" tall.
Coconino Another amazing multiple-award winner. Cream- coloured standards rest atop yellow-orange, cream-tipped beards and blackened-mulberry falls with a light cream rim. Grows 13" tall.
Fuzzy Slippers Here's a wonderful choice for sunny front borders or as an accent planting alongside other seasonal perennials. No matter how you display it, the lush apricot-orange hue will draw all eyes to the site. Sweetly scented. Grows 6" tall.
- Botanical NameIris germanica
- Ships AsPremium Rhizome
- FormRhizome
- Hardiness Zone4-9
- Flowering TimeEarly to midseason (Mid to late spring) (Apr-may)
- Flower ColorCollection of various dwarf iris in an wide range of colors
- 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/Habit6 - 15 inches
- 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.
- 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.
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Features
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Hardiness Zone
4-9
- Bloom Time
Early to midseason (Mid to late spring) (Apr-may)
- Height
6 - 15 inches
- Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
- Ships As
Premium Rhizome
- Plant In
Fall
- Deer Resistant
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