Iris versicolor - Gerald Darby, 1 Pack
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Iris versicolor – Gerald Darby
This striking water‑loving iris, Iris × robusta ‘Gerald Darby’, is a natural hybrid of native Iris versicolor and Iris virginica, bred in North America. In early spring, striking purple‑tinted leaves emerge, later maturing to green as deep purple flower stems develop. The blossoms are dramatic violet‑blue flags with bright yellow “signals” on dark purple stalks, opening in late May through early June. A clump-forming, easy-care perennial ideal for moist to wet soils—including pond edges or rain gardens—it’s both deer- and rabbit-resistant and non-invasive.
- 1 Bare Root
- Purple-tinted sword leaves turn green
- Violet-blue flowers on dark stems
- Clump-forming, moisture-loving perennial
| Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Colour | Purple-tinted spring foliage turning green; violet-blue flowers with yellow signal |
| Hardiness Zone | 3 - 9 |
| Plant Height | ~60–90 cm (2–3 ft) including flower stalks |
| Plant Width | ~45–75 cm (18–30 in) |
| Sun Requirements | Full sun to part shade |
| Fragrant | No |
| Deer Resistant | Yes (deer and rabbit resistant) |
| Plant Timing | Perennial; emerges in spring |
| Bloom Timing | May - June |
| Plant Depth | Crown may be planted several inches below water surface |
| Plant Spacing | ~45–75 cm (18–30 in) apart |
