Iris germanica ‘Firebreather’ (German Bearded Iris)

 

 

 

 

 

Tall bearded iris variety with brilliant orange standards and falls with mandarin-colored beards blooming in late spring. A member of the tallest classification of bearded irises, the flowering stalks reach up to 37” with multiple branches and buds.  Leaves are sword-shaped with a blue-green hue. Ensure the top of the rhizome is exposed when planting.

  • Plant Patent: n/a
  • Container Size:
  • USDA Zone: 4-8
  • Height: 37”
  • Spread: 12-18”
  • Sun Exposure: full sun
  • Soil Moisture: average
  • Bloom Time: early summer and fall
  • Bloom Color: orange
  • Foliage Color: green
  • US Native: no
  • Wildlife Benefit:
  • Notes: rebloomer, drought tolerant, deer tolerant, rabbit tolerant, AIS Honorable Mention 1994