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The rich reds of this iris will light up your late spring garden. With large flowers in glowing royal red/purple, these blooms are a knock-out in the garden or in a vase. The beard is pure purple on each red/purple fall.
Growing Bearded Irises These majestic flowers are surprisingly easy to grow, and actually require less attention than almost any other garden flowers. Your iris roots will arrive already growing in a small pot, with this spring’s growth beginning. When you plant, you'll find the root is not really a bulb, but what is called a rhizome--an irregularly shaped bulbous root that grows at a right angle from the foliage. Simply plant the iris as it is, with the top of it showing through the soil surface. Bearded irises grow best with the tops of their rhizomes exposed. Once planted, new foliage and the flower spikes will sprout strongly from the rhizome. What’s more, this summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by.
| SKU | 4SIRIS |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Bearded Iris or German Iris |
| Botanical Name | Iris germanica |
| Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Mature Height | 35-37" tall |
| Estimated Mature Spread | Plant rhizomes 12-24" apart |
| Bloom Time | Mid to late spring |
| Planting Depth | Iris should be planted so the tops of the rhizomes are exposed and the roots are spread out facing downwards in the soil. Make sure not to plant the rhizomes too deep. |
| Ships As | Potted Plant |
| Planting Time | Spring / Summer |
| Soil Type | Sandy Soil, Loamy Soil, Clay Soil |
| Soil Moisture | Average, Well Draining |
| Advantages | Deer Resistant, Easy to Grow |
| Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | No |
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by PowerReviewsAmerican MeadowsBearded Iris Gypsy Romance
(based on 5 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
80%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
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Best Uses
- Large areas (3)
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Reviewed by 5 customers
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Pros
- Large Bulb Size
- Pest Resistant
- Quick To Bloom
Cons
- Too Early To Know
Best Uses
- Cut Flowers
- Large Areas
- Raised Beds
Comments about American Meadows Bearded Iris Gypsy Romance:
I just ordered this iris last month and it has already bloomed today in May. I expect this will grow taller and more beautiful by next year.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Large Bulb Size
- Long Bloom Time
- Low Maintenance
- Vivid Colors
Cons
Best Uses
- Large Areas
Comments about American Meadows Bearded Iris Gypsy Romance:
The iris is part of my iris section in the garden and it is outstanding!
Pros
- Fragrant
- The flower is HUGE
Cons
- Colors Not As Expected
Best Uses
- Large Areas
Comments about American Meadows Bearded Iris Gypsy Romance:
The flower is truly beautiful but the color is not quite as seen in the photo. I love the huge size and the plant will always have a special spot in the garden. Now I have to find one with the color I thought I ordered.
Pros
- Low Maintenance
- Vivid Colors
Cons
- Short Bloom Time
- Slow Growth
Best Uses
- Containers
Comments about American Meadows Bearded Iris Gypsy Romance:
Color is gorgeous, but bloom time is under two weeks. Have had great success with almost all irises, but this one and the Batik have not multiplied. I finally relegated this to the back of a container garden, where the color is effective and the months of simple greenery provide a nice backdrop.
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- Fragrant
- Hardy
- Healthy
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
- Rock garden
Comments about American Meadows Bearded Iris Gypsy Romance:
I love the color of this iris! The huge blooms are beautiful and stand up well.
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To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
- If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will survive the winter temperatures in your area.
- If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
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