Plants in genus iris
Iris germanica 'Sorbonne'
Iris germanica 'Sorbonne' is a striking perennial with near-black, ruffled velvety petals and a pleasant fragrance. This iris thrives in full sun or partial sun and requires well-drained soil. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and resistant to deer, rabbits, and squirrels. To maintain its vigor, it should be divided every few years. The 'Sorbonne' iris adds a dramatic touch to gardens with its unique coloration and is a resilient choice for various landscapes.
Iris unguicularis 'Mary Barnard'
Iris unguicularis 'Mary Barnard' is a winter-blooming iris with fragrant dark purple flowers. Originating from a wild collection in Algeria, it blooms earlier in the fall and features slightly larger flowers. The plant forms tight clumps of narrow foliage and prefers well-drained locations.
Iris tectorum 'Wolong'
Iris tectorum 'Wolong' is a vigorous clone with rich lavender flowers featuring darker purple flecks. It forms tight clumps that do not spread, reaching 20 inches tall and 2 feet wide. This iris blooms in mid-April and is recognized for its award-winning beauty.
Iris ensata 'Little Snow Man'
Iris ensata 'Little Snow Man' is a deer-resistant plant introduced in 1981, known for its large, flat white flowers that bloom in early June. It grows to a height of 25 inches and attracts hummingbirds. This plant prefers moist sites and requires division every 3-5 years.
Iris germanica 'Slovak Prince'
Iris germanica 'Slovak Prince' is a striking plant with large, broad falls and deep ruffles in eggplant purple and marine blue. It is sweetly scented and attracts pollinators, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil.
Iris germanica 'Ocelot'
Iris germanica 'Ocelot' is a cold-hardy perennial known for its bi-color peachy-salmon standards and dark burgundy-violet falls. It features apricot beards and attracts pollinators like hummingbirds and bees. This drought-tolerant plant is ideal for pollinator gardens and is resistant to deer and rabbits. It thrives in USDA planting zones 3 to 9, making it a versatile addition to various garden settings.
Iris germanica 'Harvest Of Memories'
Iris germanica 'Harvest Of Memories' is a reblooming iris with intense yellow flowers that appear in mid-spring and again from late summer to mid-fall. It is deer and rabbit-resistant and grows up to 3 feet tall. This iris attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and thrives in well-drained soil with full or partial sun.
Iris germanica 'Victoria Falls'
Iris germanica 'Victoria Falls' is the tallest of the Tall Bearded Irises, known for its re-blooming capability and award-winning status. It features cornflower blue standards with cream to rich blue ruffled edges and is pollinator-friendly. The sweet-scented blooms and sword-like green foliage thrive in full sun, with moderate moisture needs. This hardy iris is drought-tolerant once established and resistant to pests and diseases.
Iris germanica 'Gnu Again'
Iris germanica 'Gnu Again' is a striking plant with deep purple blossoms splashed with white. It is known for its fragrant, long-lasting blooms and grows up to 3 feet tall. This iris is pollinator-friendly and resistant to deer and rabbits, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil.
Iris ensata 'Sakura Komachi'
Iris ensata 'Sakura Komachi' is a Japanese iris introduced in 1982, featuring large blush pink flowers with darker mauve veins. It grows in tight clumps with 2-foot tall spikes, blooming in late May. This iris can be cultivated in moist garden soil or as a marginal aquatic plant.
Iris germanica 'Alpine Journey'
Iris germanica 'Alpine Journey' is a perennial plant with showy yellow and white blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It features clumps of sword-like green foliage and is suitable for various garden settings, including containers and borders. This easy-to-care-for plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, requiring moderate to low moisture.
Iris ensata 'Lion King'
Iris ensata 'Lion King' is a deciduous clumper introduced in 1996, known for its large, double flowers with violet borders and white centers. This iris grows up to 40 inches tall and thrives in wet-to-moist soils. It has received several awards for its beauty and is a popular choice for both garden and cut flower arrangements.
Iris germanica 'Double Ringer'
Iris germanica 'Double Ringer' is a tall iris with sweetly scented flowers that attract pollinators. It features yellow rings around white ruffled falls and ivory-white standards with yellow edges. This drought-tolerant plant blooms in late spring and is resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Iris unguicularis 'Purple Snow'
Iris unguicularis 'Purple Snow' is a seedling selection from Iris 'Mary Bernard', featuring dark purple flowers with a narrow purple eye zone and white chevrons. It blooms from November through March, adding color to winter gardens.
Iris ensata 'Ruby King'
Iris ensata 'Ruby King' is a striking perennial with large, dark purple-red flowers. It is adaptable to both wet and dry conditions, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Iris germanica 'Lord Of Rings'
Iris germanica 'Lord Of Rings' offers a unique color mix of browns, burgundies, and golds, with fragrant flowers that rebloom in warmer zones. It is drought-resistant and easy to grow, thriving in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil.
Iris germanica 'Zesting Lemons'
Iris germanica 'Zesting Lemons' is a hardy perennial with bright yellow blooms and sword-like green leaves. It grows up to 3 feet tall and spreads over a foot wide, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. This plant is drought-tolerant once established.
Iris germanica 'On Edge'
Iris germanica 'On Edge' is a striking early to mid-season bloomer with lilac-blue 'flags' and purple-edged white 'falls'. This fragrant iris grows 3-4 feet tall and spreads about 2 feet wide, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Known for its deer and rabbit resistance, this hardy plant is suitable for USDA zones 3-9 and requires minimal maintenance.
Iris ensata 'Ike No Sazami'
Iris ensata 'Ike No Sazami' is a Japanese iris known for its large white flowers with a light blue blush. This plant blooms in early summer, adding elegance to gardens with its striking floral display. Iris ensata 'Ike No Sazami' is suitable for rain gardens and sun to light shade areas, where its beauty can be appreciated. It is a versatile choice for gardeners seeking to add a touch of sophistication to their landscapes.
Iris tectorum 'Snow On The Roof'
Iris tectorum 'Snow On The Roof' is a 2023 introduction from Plant Delights/JLBG, featuring white flowers in late April. This deciduous plant grows 15 inches tall and 4 feet wide, thriving in average to dry soils and adding elegance to garden spaces.
Iris unguicularis ssp. cretensis
Iris unguicularis ssp. cretensis is a dwarf, narrow-leaf form of iris native to Lakonia, Greece. It is winter-flowering and features deep violet flowers, adding color to gardens during the colder months. This iris is ideal for sunny to lightly shaded areas and is both deer and rabbit resistant.
Iris germanica 'Classic Hues'
Iris germanica 'Classic Hues' is a fragrant bearded iris with peachy-bronzy-tanned blooms that attract pollinators. Hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9, it grows about 30 inches tall and prefers well-drained soil. This plant requires deadheading after blooming and should be divided every 2-5 years.
Iris ensata 'Frostbound'
Iris ensata 'Frostbound' is a stunning cultivar of Japanese iris, featuring large violet-red flowers with a white edge. It serves as an excellent accent plant for garden borders, attracting butterflies and adding a touch of elegance to any landscape.
Iris virginica 'Contraband Girl'
Iris virginica 'Contraband Girl' is a robust iris variety known for its bold-textured clumps that can reach 3 feet in height and 7 feet in width. It produces large blue-purple flowers in spring and is adaptable to both boggy and regular garden soils. This iris is easy to grow and highly durable, making it a popular choice for gardeners seeking a vigorous plant.
Iris 'Black Gamecock'
Iris 'Black Gamecock' is a striking plant with intense blue-black blooms accented by a yellow band. Known for its velvety texture and lovely fragrance, this iris can grow to a height of 3 feet or more. It spreads by rhizomes and is more moisture-tolerant than other iris varieties, making it suitable for water features. Deer-resistant and pest-free, it thrives in moist, well-drained soil in full sun, and is hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9. Its unique coloration and adaptability make it a standout in any garden.
Iris sikkimensis
Iris sikkimensis is a rare Himalayan species known for its delicate lavender flowers and slender, pale green leaves. This rhizomatous perennial is thought to be a hybrid and is possibly extinct in the wild. It thrives in sunny locations and tolerates winter moisture, preferring drier conditions in summer. The plant is propagated by division and is noted for its unique white beard with orange tips on the flowers. Despite its rarity, it is hardy and can be a striking addition to gardens.
Iris cristata 'Montrose White'
Iris cristata 'Montrose White' is a selection of North American native woodland iris, growing 6 inches tall and forming slowly spreading patches. It produces small white flowers with a bright yellow eye, blooming from late March.
Iris fulva 'Little Cajun'
Iris fulva 'Little Cajun' is a dwarf iris selection with coppery cinnamon flowers that bloom in early May. It attracts hummingbirds and can grow in typical garden soil or standing water.
Iris brevicaulis 'Yucca Do Blue'
Iris brevicaulis 'Yucca Do Blue' is a wild collection of the Southeast US native iris, found in Austin County, Texas. It features darker blue/purple flowers and forms a 2-foot tall by 6-foot wide patch. This iris blooms in early May and can be grown as a marginal aquatic plant.
Iris germanica 'Social Graces'
Iris germanica 'Social Graces' is a bearded iris with large, ruffled blooms in shades of violet to mauve. It is a midseason bloomer, hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9, and reaches a height of 38 inches. This drought-tolerant plant is deer and rabbit-resistant, attracting pollinators and hummingbirds to sunny garden spots.