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A must-have for lovers of purple! Ruffled violet-purple standards (the color of grape soda) are enhanced by the deeper velvety-purple falls trimmed in purple. Very early blooming, you’ll want this beauty front and center!
Dwarf Bearded Iris bloom with the first whisper of spring’s warmth – perfectly formed in miniature. An excellent choice for the rock garden or borders. Bearded Iris require minimum care and readily multiply. Dwarf varieties are great edgers.
Minus icon Plant Type Perennials
Minus icon Height Short 14"
Minus icon Spacing Plant 12" apart
Minus icon Bloom Time Early Spring to Mid-Spring
Minus icon Sun / Shade Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
Minus icon Growing Zones 3-8
Minus icon Soil Type Normal, Clay, Acidic
Minus icon Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")
Iris germanica 'Smart'
Dwarf Bearded Iris are the smallest of Bearded Irises, with a height of up to 18". They are also the earliest to bloom. They are most effective in rock gardens or planted in drifts where they make a carpet of color.
Bearded Iris does best in full sun and when planted in fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soil. While it tolerates some shade it will struggle in heavy clay soil. In heavy clay soils, amend with gypsum or organic matter, or consider raised plantings. Best flowering and disease resistance occur in full sun. Plant rhizomes shallowly (cover with 1/2” soil) and not mulched. Bearded Iris prefers dryer soil; mulching or overwatering could lead to root rot. Fertilize lightly in early spring and avoid overhead watering. After blooming, deadhead spent flowers and remove stems but leave the foliage. Divide plants in mid to late summer immediately after flowering every 3-4 years to prevent overcrowding and encourage growth and blooming.
Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!
We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!
We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.
