Iris germanica 'Blackwater'

Tall Bearded Iris

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Mid, a few hints of purple are all that stand between this variety being jet black. Velvety petals with dramatic ruffles add to the impressive display of this award winner.


  •  · Striking nearly black blooms
  •  · Elaborate ruffles
  •  · Lustrous sheen
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Tall Bearded Iris

Midseason bloom; dramatic dark purple-black falls highlight the orange beards with upright purple standards. Very fragrant.

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Item # Pack Size Avail Units Avail Plants  
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30 3" Plug SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Login for Pricing

Height:

38 in

Zone:

3-9

Iris germanica 'Blackwater'
Iris germanica 'Blackwater'

Exposure

• Sun Tolerant
• Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade

Soil Moisture Needs

• Average Soil

Nature Attraction

• Attracts Butterflies

Critter Resistance

• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant

Attributes

• Good Cut Flower / Foliage
• Fragrant

Season of Interest (Flowering)

• Late Spring / Early Summer

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Iris Germanica ( Tall Bearded Iris )

Wonderful spring blooming perennials in a wide assortment of colors. Plants prefer slightly alkaline soil. Plant rhizomes near the soil surface. Drought tolerant. Our plugs have multiple eyes and will finish gallons quickly.

  • Ship mid-March = Early May bloom
  • Ship mid-April = Memorial Day bloom
  • Ship early May = June bloom