(35-39"tall x 12-24"wide)'BeforeTheStorm'Fragrant Bearded Irisis often called “thedarkest of thedark” for good reason. Its almost pure black flowers are tinted with bronze-purple, like a raven’s wing. Sweetly fragrant,it is a profuse bloomer with up to 12 buds per stem, giving it a long blooming period.Awardsincludethe Dykes Medal (1996),the top award for all classes of Iris,and the Award of Merit. At a height of 35-39"tall,its potential is unlimited.Plant'BeforeTheStorm'in the back of a perennial bedto create a dramatic backdrop,orplant asa focal point near an entrance oroutdoor living space. Elegant with ornamental grasses andcolorful perennials alike. Plant it in a full sun location in enriched garden soil with good drainage.Plant in groups of three for best effect, 12-24"apart.Keep soil moist as the plant establishes, thereafter this is a drought-tolerant, easy-to-grow perennial.Cut flowers lasting 3-7 days; for best results,harvest when buds have fully emerged and are showing color.A pollinator favorite, it’s deer and rabbitresistant too.
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Before The Storm Bearded Iris—
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(35-39"tall x 12-24"wide)'BeforeTheStorm'Fragrant Bearded Irisis often called “thedarkest of thedark” for good reason. Its almost pure black flowers are tinted with bronze-purple, like a raven’s wing. Sweetly fragrant,it is a profuse bloomer with up to 12 buds per stem, giving it a long blooming period.Awardsincludethe Dykes Medal (1996),the top award for all classes of Iris,and the Award of Merit. At a height of 35-39"tall,its potential is unlimited.Plant'BeforeTheStorm'in the back of a perennial bedto create a dramatic backdrop,orplant asa focal point near an entrance oroutdoor living space. Elegant with ornamental grasses andcolorful perennials alike. Plant it in a full sun location in enriched garden soil with good drainage.Plant in groups of three for best effect, 12-24"apart.Keep soil moist as the plant establishes, thereafter this is a drought-tolerant, easy-to-grow perennial.Cut flowers lasting 3-7 days; for best results,harvest when buds have fully emerged and are showing color.A pollinator favorite, it’s deer and rabbitresistant too.
