Iris ‘Royal Snowcap’ (Bearded Iris)

A visual feast, Iris ‘Royal Snowcap’ is an incredibly striking sight in the spring garden. The heavily ruffled pristine white standards float above a sea of rich plum velvety falls, elegantly edged with a snow-white ribbon. The regal blooms of this Tall Bearded Iris rise with majesty up to 40 inches high (100 cm) atop the lovely sword-shaped foliage which will continue to add interest to the landscape after flowering is over. A late midseason bloomer, ‘Royal Snowcap’ is quite vigorous and boasts 10 to 13 buds on each flowering stem, ensuring a long-lasting display. 

• Easy to grow, it is deer and rabbit resistant, and quite drought tolerant once established.
• Won the Honorable Mention (2009) of the American Iris Society.
• A profuse bloomer, it will bring its glorious and glamorous blooms in late spring or early summer over a long blooming period. Please note that bloom times depend very much on the weather.
• Performs best in full sun in humus-rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Tolerates light shade but best flowering and disease resistance occur in full sun. Good soil drainage is essential to prevent rot issues.
• Grows from creeping rhizomes which store food produced by the sword-shaped, semi-evergreen leaves and form large clumps over time
• A welcomed addition to herbaceous borders, sunny courtyards, or urban gardens where the sword-like foliage and vibrant color will combine harmoniously with the stones and angular hardscaping. Roses also provide a lovely backdrop to this tall variety.
• The best time to plant bearded irises is July through September. Container-grown iris can be planted in the spring.
• All parts may cause discomfort if ingested. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.

Bearded irises are classified by height and flower size into 6 groups. Since these groups bloom at slightly different times, combining specimens from different groups will extend your color display for a couple of weeks.