Iris germanica ~ Bearded Iris, German Iris na-native infertile soils- and tends to

infertile soils- and tends to open up or flop in rich moist soils

Blight and mealybugs can be an issue in some areas

These feathery stalks bloom weeks earlier than most Feather Reed Grasses and continue to bloom until fall

golden-yellow and green striped grass-like foliage and its tolerance for wet conditions

Iris germanica ~ Bearded Iris, German Iris na-native infertile soils- and tends toBearded Iris is a perennial Iris with no bulb, spreading with rhizomes instead and forming a clumping habit. Long sword like foliage fans upwards and sturdy stalks that hold the flower heads grow from the center of the plant. The flowers are usually large and fragrant while the colors differ greatly purple is most common. Prefers partial sun and rich, moist to wet well drained soils. Type: Perennial Origins: southern Europe, and Mediterranean Height: