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Beverly Sills Bearded Iris

Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills'

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Overview

The Beverly Sills Bearded Iris boasts tantalizing coral-pink blooms, with a spread up to 6 inches. Resilient perennials, they flourish in zones 3-9 and reach 30-36 inches in height. Ideal for accentuating mid-spring borders, these sun-loving rhizomes demand well-drained soil. Space plants approximately 18 inches apart to ensure adequate growth. Beloved for low maintenance, they promise vivid perennial beds with minimal care.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 7–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — Resilient perennials, they flourish in zones 3-9 and reach 30-36 inches in height

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — The Beverly Sills Bearded Iris boasts tantalizing coral-pink blooms, with a spread up to 6 inches

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — Ideal for accentuating mid-spring borders, these sun-loving rhizomes demand well-drained soil

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — perennial for full or half

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — assembled into striking blooms atop sturdy stalks that can reach heights of 30 to 36 inches

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — making it a must-have for any enthusiast looking to create a stunning visual impact

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — prefers well-drained soil

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 7–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Iridaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — Resilient perennials, they flourish in zones 3-9 and reach 30-36 inches in height

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — The Beverly Sills Bearded Iris boasts tantalizing coral-pink blooms, with a spread up to 6 inches

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — Ideal for accentuating mid-spring borders, these sun-loving rhizomes demand well-drained soil

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — perennial for full or half

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — assembled into striking blooms atop sturdy stalks that can reach heights of 30 to 36 inches

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — making it a must-have for any enthusiast looking to create a stunning visual impact

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — prefers well-drained soil

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — <br><br>The Beverly Sills Bearded Iris thrives in USDA zones 3 through 10

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — Each of the Beverly Sills' soft ruffled petals stretches to an impressive 4 to 6 inches across

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — Resilient perennials, they flourish in zones 3-9 and reach 30-36 inches in height; providing a

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — Boasting lavish coral-pink flowers

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — providing a sharp contrasting texture to other garden elements

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — Beloved for low maintenance, they promise vivid perennial beds with minimal care

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — orange and pink flowers in the garden

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — To ensure optimal growth and flowering

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — Space plants approximately 18 inches apart to ensure adequate growth

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — The Beverly Sills Bearded Iris boasts tantalizing coral-pink blooms, with a spread up to 6

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — perennial with orange and pink blooms

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — and should be planted in a location that receives full sun to light shade

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — this variety creates a captivating display when it blooms in late spring to early summer

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — the top of the rhizomes should be slightly exposed above the soil surface

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — bright green foliage remains attractive even when the plant is not in bloom

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