Iris ‘Sea Power’ (Bearded Iris)

Extravagantly ruffled and delightfully fragrant, multiple award-winner Iris ‘Sea Power’ displays such a profound coloration that no garden should be without it. Reminiscent of the surging waves of the Mediterranean Sea, the huge purplish-blue blossoms of this spectacular Bearded Iris never fail to draw attention, whether in the garden or at home where they will enjoy a long vase life. As an added bonus, ‘Sea Power’ is also gifted with a sweet fragrance that will track on your radar! Its breathtaking flowers are held on sturdy stems and rise elegantly up to 38 inches high (95 cm) atop a lovely sword-shaped foliage which will continue to add interest to the landscape after flowering is over. 

• Easy to grow, it is deer and rabbit resistant, and quite drought tolerant once established.
• Won many awards including the Honorable Mention (2001), Award of Merit (2003), Wister Medal (2005), and the prestigious Dykes Medal (2006).
• Profuse bloomer, it will bring its glorious and glamorous blooms in late spring or early summer. 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.