Bearded Iris

Iris X Germanica Hybrids

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Overview

Bearded Iris (Iris x germanica Hybrids) graces gardens with its striking blooms atop 18-36 inch tall stalks. This perennial features lush, sword-like foliage and elaborate, ruffled flowers that span up to 6 inches across. Available in a wide color palette, they thrive in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Blooming in late spring, they provide a stunning focal point. Zones 3-9 are ideal for cultivation.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–9Climate Temperate

Bearded Iris (Iris X Germanica Hybrids) — requiring a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight a day to bloom profusely

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Iridaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Bearded Iris (Iris X Germanica Hybrids) — <br><br>Bearded Irises are also relatively drought-tolerant once established; the Bearded Iris flourishes, image 199

Bearded Iris (Iris X Germanica Hybrids) — requiring a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight a day to bloom profusely; available in a wide color, image 195

Bearded Iris (Iris X Germanica Hybrids) — They prefer a well-draining soil, ideally with a neutral to slightly acidic pH, image 196

Bearded Iris (Iris X Germanica Hybrids) — they make splendid borders or accent plants; sword-like foliage and elaborate, image 198

Bearded Iris (Iris X Germanica Hybrids) — Zones 3-9 are ideal for cultivation; perennial for full or half, image 191

Bearded Iris (Iris X Germanica Hybrids) — scientifically known as Iris x germanica Hybrids; zones 3-9 are ideal for cultivation, image 192

Bearded Iris (Iris X Germanica Hybrids) — transcending into whites and even bi-colors.<br><br>With a hardiness spanning USDA zones 3 through 10, image 193

Bearded Iris (Iris X Germanica Hybrids) — the Bearded Iris flourishes in full sun exposure; yellow flowers in the garden, image 194

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