Species tall bearded iris
white and marine blue flower with ruffled petals, and long, narrow, green leaves

tall bearded iris

Iris 'Eagles Flight'

Tall Bearded Irises (Iris 'Eagles Flight') are a stunning plant species that provides eye-catching beauty in the garden. The blossoms are deep purple with an exquisite yellow throat. The fragrant, wavy petals boast bold, golden-yellow beards on the standards. These tall irises bloom in the late spring and reach heights of up to 3 feet. They thrive in moist, well-draining soil in full sun to partial shade. This stunning plant is sure to add a showstopping, unique look to any garden.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Offsets,Cutting

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 9

Flowers:

Rose blue (standards) and white with grape margins (falls) Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Moderate

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Watering your tall bearded iris (Iris 'Eagles Flight') should be done on a regular basis, with a frequency that will depend on your climate and the time of the growing season. In general, these plants require about 1 to 2 inches of water per week. During the hottest days of summer, additional watering may be necessary. In addition, during periods of drought, you should ensure your tall bearded iris receives enough water to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Water the base of the plant, making sure not to drench the foliage. Avoid wetting the buds, as this can lead to rot.

sunlight

Tall bearded iris (Iris 'Eagles Flight') will do best in an area that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. During the spring and summer months, they should receive full sun, with the hottest hours of the day being when they need the most light. During the cooler months, some shade during the mid-day hours is beneficial to help them conserve energy.

pruning

Tall bearded iris (Iris 'Eagles Flight') should be pruned once a year in early spring, before the plant begins to actively grow. Pruning should involve removing all the dead leaves and stems and cutting away at least 1-third of the foliage, leaving only healthy green growth intact. Make sure to avoid pruning any green growth that has not bloomed, as this will reduce the amount of blooms. After pruning, add about 1 to 2 inches of mulch or compost around the iris to help retain moisture and reduce weeds.

Season

Fall
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Starts Flowering

Iris 'Eagles Flight' typically starts flowering in late May or early June.

Starts Flowering

Iris 'Eagles Flight' typically starts flowering in late May or early June.

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