Island Blush Bearded Iris

‘Island Blush’ Bearded Iris is a garden daydream in bloom—tall, elegant, and effortlessly graceful. With 36-inch stems, it’s one of the tallest irises in our collection, creating vertical drama that elevates any design. The petals combine light blush tones with coral undertones, offering a painterly finish that’s perfect for serene or romantic plantings.

Mid-season blooming ensures it joins the spring chorus at just the right moment. Plant it in masses or let it stand solo—this iris brings harmony wherever it goes.

Full sun and well-drained soil are key. Keep rhizomes exposed to light and air, and divide every few years to keep blooms plentiful.

Create your own island of calm with this ethereal beauty.

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 with the foliage "trimmed" from this spring's growth. 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. Leave the trimmed foliage as it is, and simply bury the rhizome with the top of it showing through the soil surface. Bearded irises grow best with the tops of their rhizomes exposed.

Next spring, new foliage and the flower spikes will sprout strongly from the rhizome. What's more, next summer, you'll notice the rhizome multiplying for even more flowers as years go by.