Thornbird Bearded Iris
SKU: AM021731
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Overview
•'Thornbird' Bearded Iris features antique shades of cream and lavender that contrast with the dark violet beards extending like talons over the wing-like falls
• A prolific bloomer, 'Thornbird' can yield more than one stem per rhizome, making it a perfect choice for both the landscape and the cut flower bouquet
• Deer and rabbit resistant, drought tolerant
key features
Botanical Name
Iris germanica 'Thornbird'
Advantages
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Easy To Grow, Naturalizes, Cut Flowers, 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
37" tall
Mature Spread
12-24" apart
Bloom Time
Mid spring to early summer
SKU
AM021731
Description
A multiple award winner, 'Thornbird' (Iris germanica) has become an enthusiast's favorite since its introduction in 1989.
Majestic Bearded Irises are easy to grow, and some of the most persistent perennial flowers available. Late spring blooms offer a colorful display to bridge the gap between spring-blooming bulbs and summer-blooming perennials. Distinctive sword-shaped foliage adds elegant texture to the garden, even after blooms have passed. Reblooming varieties offer a second fall bloom. Bearded Irises grow from rhizomes, or bulbous roots that grow at a right angle from the foliage. In most areas, Bearded Irises need least 6-8 hours of sunlight a day, while in hotter climates (zones 8-11), they will need some daily shade. Over time, they will spread and multiply to add even more flowers to your garden.
