Nestucca Rapids Tall Bearded Iris
Estimated delivery between February 05 and February 08.
The Nestucca Rapids Tall Bearded Iris is a stunning and unique variety that will add striking color and elegance to your garden. This iris features large, ruffled blooms with vibrant color transitions. The standards are a rich, deep violet with a slight bluish tint, while the falls are a beautiful blend of soft lavender and pale purple, creating a soft gradient effect. The beard is a bright yellow, offering a vivid contrast to the cool tones of the petals. Reaching 36-40 inches in height, Nestucca Rapids blooms in late spring to early summer, making it a bold and graceful addition to any garden with its vivid colors and sophisticated presence.
Why Choose Nestucca Rapids Tall Bearded Iris
- Unique Color Combination: The rich violet standards and soft lavender-purple falls, combined with a bright yellow beard, create a one-of-a-kind visual effect that will stand out in any garden.
- Tall and Impressive: Standing at 36-40 inches tall, Nestucca Rapids adds vertical height and structure to your flower beds, borders, or larger garden spaces.
- Pollinator-Friendly: The vivid yellow beard and vibrant petals attract bees and butterflies, supporting a healthy, thriving garden ecosystem.
- Low Maintenance: Resistant to deer and rabbits, this iris is easy to grow and requires minimal care, making it perfect for gardeners of all experience levels.
How to Grow and Care for Nestucca Rapids Tall Bearded Iris
- Planting: Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil. Plant rhizomes with their tops just above the soil surface, spacing them 12-18 inches apart to ensure proper air circulation and healthy growth.
- Watering: Water moderately, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. Good drainage is essential to prevent rhizome rot.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy growth and vibrant blooms. A second round of fertilizer after blooming can help promote continued growth.
- Maintenance: Remove spent flowers to encourage new blooms, and trim back foliage in late fall. Divide rhizomes every 3-4 years to maintain plant health and ensure optimal blooming.
Benefits of Growing Nestucca Rapids Tall Bearded Iris
- Bold and Beautiful Blooms: The unique violet, lavender, and pale purple flowers with a yellow beard create a vibrant display, adding depth and color to your garden.
- Height and Structure: With its 36-40 inch height, Nestucca Rapids brings vertical interest and a stately presence to flower beds, borders, or larger garden spaces.
- Fragrant and Versatile: The fragrant flowers are perfect for cut flower arrangements, allowing you to enjoy their beauty both indoors and outdoors.
- Hardy and Resilient: Thrives in USDA Zones 4-9, providing reliable blooms with minimal care, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a resilient and beautiful perennial.
The Nestucca Rapids Tall Bearded Iris is an exceptional addition to any garden, offering vibrant colors, height, and structure. Its low-maintenance nature and unique color combination make it a great option for gardeners of all experience levels looking to add bold beauty to their landscapes.
Dhara Seeds
Nestucca Rapids Tall Bearded Iris
Estimated delivery between February 05 and February 08.
The Nestucca Rapids Tall Bearded Iris is a stunning and unique variety that will add striking color and elegance to your garden. This iris features large, ruffled blooms with vibrant color transitions. The standards are a rich, deep violet with a slight bluish tint, while the falls are a beautiful blend of soft lavender and pale purple, creating a soft gradient effect. The beard is a bright yellow, offering a vivid contrast to the cool tones of the petals. Reaching 36-40 inches in height, Nestucca Rapids blooms in late spring to early summer, making it a bold and graceful addition to any garden with its vivid colors and sophisticated presence.
Why Choose Nestucca Rapids Tall Bearded Iris
- Unique Color Combination: The rich violet standards and soft lavender-purple falls, combined with a bright yellow beard, create a one-of-a-kind visual effect that will stand out in any garden.
- Tall and Impressive: Standing at 36-40 inches tall, Nestucca Rapids adds vertical height and structure to your flower beds, borders, or larger garden spaces.
- Pollinator-Friendly: The vivid yellow beard and vibrant petals attract bees and butterflies, supporting a healthy, thriving garden ecosystem.
- Low Maintenance: Resistant to deer and rabbits, this iris is easy to grow and requires minimal care, making it perfect for gardeners of all experience levels.
How to Grow and Care for Nestucca Rapids Tall Bearded Iris
- Planting: Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil. Plant rhizomes with their tops just above the soil surface, spacing them 12-18 inches apart to ensure proper air circulation and healthy growth.
- Watering: Water moderately, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. Good drainage is essential to prevent rhizome rot.
- Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy growth and vibrant blooms. A second round of fertilizer after blooming can help promote continued growth.
- Maintenance: Remove spent flowers to encourage new blooms, and trim back foliage in late fall. Divide rhizomes every 3-4 years to maintain plant health and ensure optimal blooming.
Benefits of Growing Nestucca Rapids Tall Bearded Iris
- Bold and Beautiful Blooms: The unique violet, lavender, and pale purple flowers with a yellow beard create a vibrant display, adding depth and color to your garden.
- Height and Structure: With its 36-40 inch height, Nestucca Rapids brings vertical interest and a stately presence to flower beds, borders, or larger garden spaces.
- Fragrant and Versatile: The fragrant flowers are perfect for cut flower arrangements, allowing you to enjoy their beauty both indoors and outdoors.
- Hardy and Resilient: Thrives in USDA Zones 4-9, providing reliable blooms with minimal care, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a resilient and beautiful perennial.
The Nestucca Rapids Tall Bearded Iris is an exceptional addition to any garden, offering vibrant colors, height, and structure. Its low-maintenance nature and unique color combination make it a great option for gardeners of all experience levels looking to add bold beauty to their landscapes.
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.