Intermediate Bearded Iris

Iris Fritillary Flight

• Position: full sun
• Soil: well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Flowering period: May to June
• Hardiness: fully hardy

  
  Lovely light, dove-grey standards with wavy, ochre-yellow falls appear in early summer above grey, green, strappy leaves. The cream and blue brown overtones of this iris complement most colour schemes and look great planted in bold drifts in a sunny, well-drained border.
  

• Garden care: Bearded irises prefer full sun and neutral-alkaline soil but if you have acidic or peaty soils you can top dress with lime before planting for good results. Plant shallowly with the upper part of the rhizome sitting on the surface of the soil, incorporating a low nitrogen fertiliser in the planting hole. After planting remove the upper-most third of the leaves to protect against wind-rock. In exposed areas stake with bamboo canes in early spring. Divide and replant about every three years.