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Moonlit Water Bearded Iris

A Serene and Calming Beauty

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  • flowering dateEarly, mid and late season (Mid spring to early summer) (Apr-Jun)
  • hardiness zone4-9
  • height36 inches
  • restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
  • ship asPREMIUM
  • sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
  • High Bud Count: More blooms, more beauty.
  • Adaptable and Robust: Thrives in many soil types.
  • Deer Resistant: Enjoy your blooms all season.

Delight in the calming presence of the 'Moonlit Water Bearded Iris' in your garden. This exceptional iris variety captivates with its serene color palette and abundant blooms, setting a tranquil tone for your outdoor retreat. 

Early and Abundant Blooming: The 'Moonlit Water Bearded Iris' is one of the first to bloom in the spring, awakening your garden with its profusion of flowers. This luminous, ruffled iris showcases a stunning interplay of colors. With rich lavender and violet hues cascading over pristine white standards and deeper violet falls edged in greenish-yellow, its blooms create a captivating visual effect that enhances any garden space. 

Perfect Pairings for Vibrant Displays: Complement the cool, soothing tones of 'Moonlit Water' by pairing it with pastel and light-colored irises, such as 'Immortality.' This combination creates a harmonious blend of colors that will brighten your garden and elevate its aesthetic appeal. The high bud count of 'Moonlit Water' ensures a dense and vibrant floral display, enriching your landscape with layers of texture and color. 

Resilient and Easy to Care For: The 'Moonlit Water Bearded Iris' is not only beautiful but also incredibly resilient. It is deer resistant and adaptable to a variety of soil conditions, though it thrives best in well-drained sites. This long-lived iris will return year after year, continuing to fill your garden with its striking blooms and requiring minimal maintenance to keep it looking its best. 

Product Details

  • botanical nameIris germanica 'Moonlit Water'
  • flowering dateEarly, mid and late season (Mid spring to early summer) (Apr-Jun)
  • flower colorBlue, 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
  • height36 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 asPREMIUM
  • 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:

2025 Fall Shipping Schedule
Zone Select Iris & Daylilies
3A-4B 8/4/25 - 10/24/25
5A 8/4/25 - 10/24/25
5B 8/4/25 - 10/24/25
6A & 6B 8/4/25 - 10/24/25
7A 8/18/25 - 11/7/25
7B 8/18/25 - 11/7/25
8A & 8B 8/18/25 - 11/7/25
9A-10B 8/18/25 - 11/7/25
Last Order Date Zones 3A-6B: 10/20/25
Zones 7A-10B: 11/3/25

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