Species tall bearded iris
peachy-white elongated, ruffled petals, green stems and green sepal

tall bearded iris

Iris 'Beverly Sills'

The tall bearded iris 'Beverly Sills' is a classic beauty standing tall at 3 feet. Its bright white, yellow and purple bloom stands out in any garden. Its wide, wiry petals form a ruffled look with a prominent crest in the center. An easy to care for perennial, it does well in sunny beds, and is drought, disease and deer resistant. 'Beverly Sills' is a perfect choice for cut flowers, and is eye-catching when used on its own or planted in groups.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 9

Flowers:

Flamingo Pink Flowers In Summer

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Moderate

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Tall bearded iris (Iris 'Beverly Sills') should be watered deeply once or twice a week, in the morning if possible. Water should be applied until the soil is thoroughly moist. Allow the soil to dry between waterings so that the plant’s roots can get the oxygen they need to thrive. It is best to water at the base of the plant to avoid the foliage getting wet. In hotter climates, additional water may be needed.

sunlight

Tall bearded iris (Iris 'Beverly Sills') prefers full sun, meaning it should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. It can still thrive in partially shaded areas, however, it is best when it receives more sunlight to help encourage blooming. Avoid planting it in overly shady areas, as this will not provide it with the right amount of sunlight that it needs for optimum growth.

pruning

Tall bearded iris should be pruned in late summer/early fall, after the flowering period has ended and the foliage has died back. First, the old, dead flower stalks should be cut to the base so that new blooms can emerge. Then, it is recommended to cut back the foliage by half to about 2 to 3 inches from the ground. This will help keep the plant neat and encourage healthy growth. Finally, any damaged foliage should be removed completely.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Iris 'Beverly Sills' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Iris 'Beverly Sills' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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