Iris, Bearded Iris, German Iris - Our Plants - Kaw Valley Greenhouses

Iris, Bearded Iris, German Iris

Iris germanica 'Dusky Challenger'

 

 

  • Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
  • Gorgeous cut flowers
  • Deer and rabbit resistant
  • Drought tolerant

Details

Iris germanica 'Dusky Challenger' is a silky rich purple gem and combines an absolutely gigantic flower with impeccable ruffled form and a beautifully branched stem opening four blooms at once. 'Dusky Challenger' raises the standards of dark Iris to a new level. The Bearded Iris makes a wonderful cut flower, lasting a week or more. They are well suited for meadows, woodland gardens and borders. Dykes Medal award winner.

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Type:

Perennial

Sun/Shade:

Full Sun to Part Sun

Bloom Color:

Purple / Violet

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 10

Height:

36-39 inches

Spread:

18-24 inches

Benefits:

Truly Heat Tolerant

Drought Tolerant

Good Cut Flowers

Deer Resistant

Rabbit Resistant

Attracts Wildlife:

Attracts Butterflies

Attracts Hummingbirds

 
 
 
 

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