Adventurous Bearded Iris
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- flowering dateMidseason flowering (Mid to late spring) (Apr-May)
- hardiness zone4-9
- height35 inches
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- ship asKICKSTART
- sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
- Late season blooming for extended color
- Striking color contrast for visual impact
- Durable and Resilient
Transform your garden with the striking Adventurous Kickstart Bearded Iris. Featuring a unique blend of contrasting colors, this bearded iris blooms late in the season, adding vibrant hues to your garden when other flowers are fading. Its deer and rabbit resistance, coupled with drought tolerance once established, makes it a low-maintenance and eye-catching choice for any garden.
Striking Color Contrast: The Adventurous Kickstart Bearded Iris boasts a dramatic color combination with deep purple falls and creamy yellow standards. This bold contrast makes each bloom a standout feature in your garden, creating an eye-catching display that will draw the eye of all who see it.
Late Season Blooms: Extend the beauty of your garden with the Adventurous Iris, which blooms late in the season. As other flowers begin to wane, this iris provides a fresh burst of color, ensuring your garden remains lively and vibrant well into the growing season.
Low Maintenance and Resilient: Designed for ease of care, the Adventurous Iris is drought-tolerant once established, reducing the need for frequent watering. Its resistance to deer and rabbits means you can enjoy a beautiful, undisturbed garden without the hassle of pests.
Product Details
- botanical nameIris germanica 'Adventurous'
- flowering dateMidseason flowering (Mid to late spring) (Apr-May)
- flower colorYellow, Blue, Purple
- 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.
- formRhizome
- growth rateMedium
- hardiness zone4-9
- height35 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.
- pruningRemove spent flower stems after blooming. In late fall, cut back foliage to 6" fans. Clean plant debris before winter to prevent borers overwintering.
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- shipping seasonFall
- ship asKICKSTART
- soil requirementWell drained preferred. Quite tolerant of a wide range of soils.
- spacing24 inches
- spread18 - 24 inches
- sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
- watering requirementAverage water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater.
- winter careMulch in colder climates and remove in early spring before growth starts.
Shipping Schedule
When will my order ship?
Orders for in-stock seeds, general merchandise and gift certificates are typically shipped within 5 business days.
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country during the shipping time frames outlined below:
| 2024 Fall Shipping Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Zone | Select Iris & Daylilies |
| 3A-4B | 8/5/24 - 11/1/24 |
| 5A | 8/5/24 - 11/1/24 |
| 5B | 8/5/24 - 11/1/24 |
| 6A & 6B | 8/5/24 - 11/1/24 |
| 7A | 8/19/24 - 11/8/24 |
| 7B | 8/19/24 - 11/8/24 |
| 8A & 8B | 8/19/24 - 11/8/24 |
| 9A-10B | 8/19/24 - 11/8/24 |
| Last Order Date | Zones 3A-6B: 10/28/24 Zones 7A-10B: 11/4/24 |
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