Black is Black - Bearded Iris
Black is Black - Bearded Iris
About
Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Fall
Color
Black
Growth Habit
Upright
Bloom Season
Late Spring through Early Summer
Plant Characteristics
Easy to Grow & Maintain, Fragrant
Use
Cut Flower Garden
Growing Conditions
Drought Tolerant, Outdoor
Plant Resistance
Deer, Rabbit
About Black is Black - Bearded Iris
Iris germanica
Seed Type
Rhizome
Black is Black Bearded Iris is our latest addition, blooming in the middle of the season and astounding garden enthusiasts with its unparalleled beauty. This cultivar boasts a deep onyx shade that is present in all parts of the flower, from the falls to the ruffled petals, creating a velvet-like appearance that is second to none. Its well-branched stems produce between 9 and 12 flowers each, cementing Black is Black Bearded Iris as the uncontested champion of the garden.
Planting Information
Planting Black is Black - Bearded Iris
Planting Season
Fall
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
In a shallow hole with fleshy roots partially exposed
Plant Height
24 to 36 inches
Plant Spacing
12 to 24 inches
Water Needs
Low
Hardiness Zones
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
View our Bearded Iris Planting Guide to learn more.
Coverage
| Amount | Recommended Coverage |
|---|---|
| 1 Bulb / Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall | Up to 0.75 Sq. Ft |
| 3 Bulbs / Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall | Up to 1.5 Sq. Ft |
| 5 Bulbs / Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall | Up to 3.5 Sq. Ft |
Companions Plants
Companion Plants for Black is Black - Bearded Iris
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