{"product_id":"bearded-iris-bulbs-lavender","title":"Bearded Iris Bulbs - Lavender","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a pre-order item that is expected to ship in Late October to November for fall planting. Other seeds, supplies, or kits ordered with this product will ship separately. \u003cem\u003eThis product only ships to the lower 48 states. No shipping outside the USA. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e365+ Days to maturity. Fall Planting. Spring Blooming \u003cem\u003eIris germanica\u003c\/em\u003e. Lavender Bearded Iris Flower Bulbs. Non-GMO, hybrid. Perennial in zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10. Deer resistant. Attracts pollinators. Displays soft lavender blooms in late spring. Recommended for growing in flower beds and borders. Bearded irises are great for use in the landscape as cut flowers, borders, backgrounds, or focal points. It has an upright growth habit with tolerance to drought, deer, and rabbits. If there is a classic bearded iris color, lavender is it — soft, elegant, and at home in virtually any garden setting. This old-fashioned favorite naturalizes steadily over time, returning each spring with fuller and more impressive displays. Lavender bearded iris plants are not edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eIris germanica\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial in zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0-1 inches. Dig a 4-inch deep trench and position rhizomes to peek through at the surface level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH of 6.8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-75 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bearded irises can be susceptible to iris borers, slugs, snails, and aphids. Iris borers are the most serious pest — remove dead foliage in fall to reduce overwintering egg masses. Generally low-maintenance when planted in well-drained soil with adequate sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLavender Bearded Iris Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lavender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy\/Hard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, direct sow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Background, borders, mass planting, and containers (12 inches wide and deep minimum).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought, Heat, Deer and Rabbit Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Non-GMO Lavender Bearded Iris Flower Rhizomes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant lavender bearded iris rhizomes at least six weeks before the first hard frost in a spot with full sun and well-draining soil. Full sun — at least six hours of direct sunlight daily — is essential for reliable blooming. Amend heavy soils with coarse sand and compost to improve drainage, and aim for a slightly acidic pH of around 6.8. Unlike true bulbs, bearded iris rhizomes must not be buried deeply. Dig a shallow trench about 4 inches deep, form a small mound of soil in the center, and set the rhizome on top with the roots spreading downward. The top of the rhizome should sit at or just above the soil surface. In very hot climates, light coverage of up to 1 inch is acceptable to prevent scorching. Space rhizomes 12-24 inches apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater in at planting to settle the soil and encourage root development. After establishment, bearded irises are drought-tolerant and require little supplemental watering beyond natural rainfall except during extended dry periods. Apply a low-nitrogen fertilizer such as 5-10-10 in early spring and again after blooming. Remove spent flower stalks after blooming, and cut foliage back to about 6 inches in late fall to reduce overwintering iris borer populations. Divide clumps every 3-4 years when blooming begins to decline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Lavender Bearded Iris in Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor containers, use a roomy pot — a minimum of 12 inches wide and deep — with excellent drainage. Fill the pot to 1 inch below the rim and plant as described above, keeping the rhizome top exposed. Water only when the top 2 inches of soil feel dry. Container-grown irises benefit from being overwintered in a garage or shed in colder zones to protect the rhizomes from repeated hard freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLavender Bearded Iris in the Flower Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLavender is the color most people picture when they think of a bearded iris — soft, luminous, and possessed of a timeless elegance that works equally well in formal and cottage garden settings. The tall, stately stems reach 30-36 inches, making lavender bearded iris a natural choice for the back of a mixed border, where the blooms rise above lower-growing plants and provide a graceful backdrop in late spring. The flowers are lightly fragrant, and bees and butterflies are reliably drawn to them. Mass plantings create a sweeping display that is one of the classic sights of the late spring garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Lavender Bearded Iris\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLavender bearded iris makes an elegant and long-lasting cut flower. Harvest when the first bud on the stalk is just beginning to open, using a clean, sharp knife or shears. Cut early in the morning, make a clean 45-degree angle cut, and place stems immediately in lukewarm water. The remaining buds on the stalk will continue to open in the vase over several days, extending the display considerably. The soft lavender color coordinates beautifully with white, cream, and pale yellow flowers in mixed arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Lavender Bearded Iris Garden Rhizomes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBearded irises belong to the species \u003cem\u003eIris germanica\u003c\/em\u003e, also known as the German iris, and have been cultivated for thousands of years — appearing in ancient Egyptian palace art and inspiring the French fleur-de-lis. Lavender and violet tones are among the oldest and most historically significant iris colors, closely associated with the genus throughout its long ornamental history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe genus name Iris comes from the Greek goddess of the rainbow, a fitting reference given the extraordinary range of colors found across the thousands of named iris cultivars in existence. Lavender tones in particular evoke the classic bearded iris of cottage gardens and perennial borders across Europe and North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBearded irises are not edible and are considered toxic to dogs, cats, and horses if ingested. Those with sensitive skin are advised to wear gloves when handling the rhizomes and foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMake Planting Bulbs Easy with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/products\/japanese-bulb-planter-garden-hand-tools\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulb Planter Hand Tool\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLavender bearded iris pairs beautifully with late tulips, alliums, and peonies for a layered late spring display. Since all three have different bloom times, planting them together gives you several weeks of overlapping color from the same bed with almost no extra effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/Jerry-Sawyer.jpg?v=1733348096\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eLavender Bearded Iris Flower Bulbs Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Rhizome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 Rhizome Bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Lavender Bearded Iris Rhizomes are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n","brand":"Mountain Valley Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"1 Bulb","offer_id":45173645803635,"sku":"83902","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Bulbs","offer_id":45173645836403,"sku":"83903","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/1783022306_bearded_iris_lavender_1_bulb_comp_55f5b94f-3570-42e9-8e96-4f3267235138.jpg?v=1783359978","url":"https:\/\/store.trueleafmarket.com\/products\/bearded-iris-bulbs-lavender","provider":"True Leaf Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}