Better Than Butter Bearded Iris
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- flowering dateEarly, mid and late flowering (Mid spring to early summer)
- hardiness zone4-9
- height41 inches
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- ship asKICKSTART
- sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
- Early to late season bloomer
- Ruffled edges for elegant appeal
- Pest Resistant and drought tolerant
Better Than Butter Kickstart Bearded Iris is known for its striking yellow and white ruffled petals and is a true standout. Blooming from early to late season, it ensures your garden remains vibrant for months. Its resistance to deer and rabbits, along with drought tolerance once established, makes it a practical and beautiful choice for any gardener.
Stunning Ruffled Blooms: The Better Than Butter Kickstart Bearded Iris features beautifully ruffled edges, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to your garden. The bright yellow and white petals create a warm ray of sunshine in your garden that is sure to impress.
Extended Blooming Season: Enjoy the vibrant beauty of this iris throughout the spring growing season. Producing fragrant blooms from early to late season, the Better Than Butter Iris ensures your garden remains colorful and lively for an extended period, providing continuous visual interest.
Low Maintenance and Resilient: This bearded iris is designed for easy care and resilience. Once established, it is drought-tolerant, reducing the need for frequent watering. Its resistance to deer and rabbits means less worry about garden pests, allowing you to enjoy a stunning, undisturbed garden.
Product Details
- botanical nameIris germanica 'Better Than Butter'
- flowering dateEarly, mid and late flowering (Mid spring to early summer)
- flower colorYellow, White
- 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
- height41 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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