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800-644-5505Black is Black Bearded Iris
Old Price $38.99 Price $16.99
Packed 1 per package
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sku # 63881
sku # 63881
A true jet-black iris that's simply breathtaking in the garden, especially when planted with white and light-hued varieties. Black is Black boasts 9-12 big blooms per stem, ideal for bouquets and borders. Winner of three awards including the John C. Wister Medal.
Enjoy the distinct look of these bicolour irises, created by their light- to medium-hued standards and deeper-coloured, contrasting falls. Pair with solid-coloured varieties for a stunning effect. Iris germanica
Enjoy the distinct look of these bicolour irises, created by their light- to medium-hued standards and deeper-coloured, contrasting falls. Pair with solid-coloured varieties for a stunning effect.
- Zone 3-9
- Light Requirements Sun to Part Shade
- Height 95 cm
- Size Premium Rhizome
- Bloom Time Mid to Late Spring
- Deer Resistant
Product Details
- Botanical NameIris germanica 'Black is Black'
- FormRhizome
- Flower Form12 cm flowers are fan-shaped, with three drooping petals called falls and three upright petals called standards.
- Hardiness Zone3-9
- Foliage TypeGlaucous-green, sword-like fans of stiff upright leaves with some dying back in colder climates in winter.
- Growth RateMedium
- Spread45 - 60 cm
- 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.
- Soil RequirementsWell drained preferred. Quite tolerant of a wide range of soils.
- Spacing 45 - 60 cm
- Will TolerateAcidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
- Watering DescriptionAverage water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater
- Winter careMulch in colder climates and remove in early spring before growth starts.
- PruningRemove spent flower stems after blooming. In late fall; cut back foliage to 15 cm fans. Clean plant debris before winter to prevent borers overwintering.
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| 0-9 | 8/12/24 - 10/25/24 | 10/21/2024 |
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| 0-9 | 8/14/2023 - 10/27/2023 | 10/23/2023 |
