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38 inches
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Idol Bearded Iris

Name: Idol Bearded Iris
Brand: Brecks
SKU: 80970
Price: 11.99 USD
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A bold addition to any landscape.

Golden-apricot standards and dark claret falls welcome visitors warmly to the garden. Classified as a variegata for its yellow and red colour combination, Idol's tall stature and vigorous growth habit make this multiple award winner perfect for planting in a back border. Bright red beards enhance each bloom.

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Botanical NameIris germanica 'Idol'

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FormRhizome

Hardiness Zone4-9

Flowering TimeEarly midseason flowering (Mid to late spring)

Flower ColorApricot-yellow standards and dark claret falls.

Flower Form4.5-5" flowers are fan-shaped, with three drooping petals called falls and three upright petals called standards.

Foliage TypeGlaucous-green, sword-like fans of stiff upright leaves with some dying back in colder climates in winter.

Height/Habit38 inches

Planting & Care

Planting InstructionsSet rhizome so bottom half is below ground level. Firm well and water thoroughly. Plant where they will get at least 5 hours of sun per day.

Light RequirementsFull Sun, Partial Shade

Soil RequirementsWell drained preferred. Quite tolerant of a wide range of soils.

Will TolerateAcidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
Watering RequirementsAverage water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater

Fertilization RequirementsOnce per year

PruningRemove spent flower stems after blooming. In late fall, cut back foliage to 6" fans. Clean plant debris before winter to prevent borers overwintering.

Winter CareMulch in colder climates and remove in early spring before growth starts.

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Hardiness Zone
4-9
Bloom Time
Early midseason flowering (Mid to late spring)
Height
38 inches
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Ships As
Premium Rhizome
Plant In
Fall
Deer Resistant

Zones	Shipping Dates	Last Order Date
3A - 6B	8/4/25 - 10/24/25	10/20/25
7A - 11B	8/18/25 - 11/7/25	11/3/25

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