Local Ocean Bearded Iris
SKU: AM022744
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Overview
• Soothing Blue Tones That Ripple with Charm.
Shades of sky and sea swirl through the blooms, turning your garden into a tranquil tidepool.
• Elegant Height for Impactful Planting.
At 36 inches tall, ‘Local Ocean’ rises above the spring chorus like a wave of grace.
• Low-Maintenance with High Serenity.
Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, this iris is as peaceful to grow as it is to behold.
• Pairs Perfectly in Coastal and Cottage Plantings.
Add to blue-themed beds, pair with whites and pastels, or plant en masse for oceanic impact.
Sink into serenity with ‘Local Ocean’—a garden getaway in bloom.
key features
Botanical Name
Iris germanica 'Local Ocean'
Advantages
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Easy To Grow, Naturalizes, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Mass Plantings
Growing Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Dry, Average
Mature Height
40" tall
Mature Spread
12-24" apart
Bloom Time
Late Spring
SKU
AM022734
Description
Graceful and grounding, ‘Local Ocean’ Bearded Iris captures the soft blues of a sea breeze and the subtle strength of spring’s natural rhythms. Its upright form and 36-inch stature make it a striking centerpiece, especially when grouped in flowing drifts.
Petals range from soft sky blue to deeper ocean hues, offering dimension and calm elegance. Mid-spring blooms emerge with a gentle confidence that complements bolder neighbors.
Plant in sun-drenched spots with great drainage. ‘Local Ocean’ performs best when given space to breathe and plenty of sunlight.
Create waves of calm with this ocean-inspired iris.
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.
