Iris Germanica
Iris Germanica also called the Bearded Iris. This is due to the lower leaf of the petals, this is the 'Beard'. With special large flower heads and a multitude of colors, the Irirs Geranica is a true spectacle in the summer garden every year.
- Iris germanica All That JazzIris germanica 'All That Jazz'£2.75 As low as £2.34Only 5 leftThis stunning germanica Iris is very unusual, it has graceful golden and rust coloured Orchid-like blooms providing exceptional beauty for indoor... Learn More
- Iris germanica October SunIris germanica 'October Sun'£2.75 As low as £2.20Stock 42Add a touch of warmth to your borders with this striking golden Iris, these bold orchid-like blooms are mildly fragrant and make exceptional cut... Learn More
- Iris germanica Blessed AgainIris germanica 'Blessed Again'£2.50 As low as £2.00Stock 23This beautiful Iris produces many stalks of light yellow flowers with creamy white falls. Prized by their rarity, they will be the envy of your... Learn More
- Iris germanica Blue FlagIris germanica Blue Flag£2.75 As low as £2.20Stock 17A plant so beautiful, it will impress everyone visiting your garden while this marvelous flower is in full bloom! This bearded flag Iris is... Learn More
- Iris germanica Purple Night SkyIris germanica Purple Night Sky£2.75 As low as £2.34Only 7 leftThis spectacular germanica Iris will tower over your garden with deep purple exotic, orchid-like blooms. A jewel forgotten and then found again in... Learn More
- Iris Tulip FestivalIris germanica 'Tulip Festival'£2.75 As low as £2.20Stock 35Fresh and dazzling this uplifting Iris has a decidedly fruity feel. Iris Tulip festival is a combination of white with a wonderful zesty lemon and... Learn More
- Iris Germanica English CottageIris germanica 'English Cottage'£2.75 As low as £2.20Out of stockOut of stockEnglish Cottage will tower over your garden with exotic orchid-like blooms beautiful and unique, they bring their fabulous grandeur and colour back... Learn More
- Iris germanica Peach JamIris germanica 'Peach Jam'£2.75 As low as £2.20Out of stockOut of stockIt is pale pink with purple splashes, burgundy lines and an orange red beard. Peach Jam is known to rebloom several times over the summer months. Learn More
- Iris germanica CrinolineIris germanica 'Crinoline'£2.75 As low as £2.34Out of stockOut of stockCrinoline is so spectacular, it's magnificent flowers bloom in a combination of white with crimson and purple ruffled edges and a yellow throat,... Learn More
- Iris combo Blue/Golden£8.50 As low as £7.23Out of stockOut of stockAdd vibrant colors and a sweet fragrance to your garden with the Blue and Golden Iris Combo from Gardens4you. Buy now and enjoy the enchanting blossoms of Iris germanica. Learn More
- Iris germanica collection of 6£9.95 As low as £7.96Out of stockOut of stockA great combination of 6 of the most beautiful Iris germanica plants yet available, they are all very vibrant and colorful. The collection... Learn More
- Iris germanica Blue/Gold/Purple/Pink£12.95 As low as £11.01Out of stockOut of stockGreat colours combined in one thrilling garden collection. They flower with magnificent flowers and can be recognized at considerable distance. Learn More
- Iris germanica Blazing SunriseIris germanica 'Blazing Sunrise'£2.75 As low as £2.34Out of stockOut of stockBlazing Sunrise is a stunning mixture of white over orange falls. This plant thrives on neglect, and will grow even in alkaline soils and dry spots. Learn More
- Iris germanica Metal BlueIris germanica Blue£2.75 As low as £2.20Out of stockOut of stockSpecially chosen for their hardiness, these beautiful germanica Iris will tower over your garden with orchid-like blooms. Prized by their rarity,... Learn More
- Iris germanica Lilac RoseIris germanica 'Lilac Rose'£2.50 As low as £2.00Out of stockOut of stockAs the name suggests Iris germanica Lilac Rose has beautiful large, rose pink ruffled flowers tinged with lilac and with a golden orange throats. Learn More
- Iris germanica Edith WolfordIris germanica 'Edith Wolford'£2.75 As low as £2.20Out of stockOut of stockEdith Wolford iris is a stunning tall variety with large ruffled blooms; bearing one of the most strikingly beautiful blossoms with pale yellow in... Learn More
- Iris germanica Grape AdventureIris germanica 'Grape Adventure'£2.75 As low as £2.20Out of stockOut of stockBe the envy of your neightbours with this wonderfully fragrant germanica Iris that bears rich velvety deep violet blooms with orange throats on... Learn More
- Iris germanica Mme Françoise DebateIris germanica 'Mme Françoise Debate'£2.75 As low as £2.20Out of stockOut of stockMadame Francoise Debate provides spectacular beauty blooming with large peach blooms with salmon pink throats on lush green upright foliage. They... Learn More
- Iris germanica WhiteIris germanica White£2.75 As low as £2.34Out of stockOut of stockAdd a touch of elegance and style to your borders with this radiant white Iris, these orchid-like blooms are mildly fragrant and make exceptional... Learn More
- Iris germanica Golden EclipseIris germanica 'Golden Eclipse'£2.25 As low as £1.80Out of stockOut of stockA plant so beautiful, it will impress everyone visiting your garden while this marvellous flower is in full bloom! Fantastic bright golden blooms... Learn More
- Iris germanica Salmon PinkIris germanica Salmon Pink£2.75 As low as £2.34Out of stockOut of stockThis beautiful germanica Iris will tower over your garden with deep salmon pink, orchid-like blooms. Their showy blossoms are elegant and exotic, a... Learn More
- Iris germanica OrangeIris germanica 'Orange'£2.75 As low as £2.20Out of stockOut of stockThis Orange Iris is fresh and dazzling it's bold blooms make exceptional cut flowers for indoor bouquets.This exquisite varieties are slightly... Learn More
- Iris germanica Mix Purple And WhiteIris germanica Purple and White£2.75 As low as £2.20Out of stockOut of stockA plant so beautiful, it will impress everyone visiting your garden while this marvellous flower is in full bloom! This wonderfully fragrant... Learn More
- Iris combo Metal Blue/Silver Edge£8.50 As low as £7.23Out of stockOut of stockGet the Metal Blue Iris Combo from Gardens4you. This unique combination features Iris Germanica with elegant ruffled blue flowers accented by silver edges. Ideal for partially shaded gardens and large patio planters. Learn More
Bearded Iris also knows as Iris Germanica
Iris plants are highly fragrant and very colourful, we ship the rhizomes direct from the nursery for best results.
Bearded Iris or Iris germanica is a group of iris cultivars grown from strong root rhizomes. Bearded Irises are known for their decorative silver grey sword-like foliage and spectacular fragrant flowers.
German Irises have beards of coloured hairs along the centre of each fall. German Irises like a sunny position in the garden and alkaline soil and almost thrive on neglect.
For best results plant Bearded Irises just below the surface, so that the top of the rhizome is only just exposed to the sun.
Other common names include common flag, german iris or bearded German Iris.
How to Care for Bearded Iris Germanica
Bearded Iris are exceptional plants, they thrive almost on neglect and yet flower with spectacular flowers and decorative foliage. They are very easy to grow.
Soak the roots prior to planting for 12 hours. Plant in an open sunny position with good drainage. Plant the tubers only ¾ down so that the top of the bulb is exposed on the surface of the Soil. Cover the top lightly with pure sand. Keep them well watered for the first two or three weeks after planting. Apply some organic fertiliser during early spring. Flowering may take one extra season, as they need to get settled. Keep them well watered for the first 6-8 weeks after planting. Flowering may take one extra season, as they need to get settled.
Apply organic fertiliser and a thin layer of compost around the base of plants each spring and again after the blooms are gone. To encourage a second bloom, cut the flower stalks close to the ground after the leaves have turned yellow.
Iris clumps can grow undisturbed for years, dividing being necessary when either the clumps become crowded or when vigor declines and blooms get smaller. Divide the plants (with a sharp knife or spade do not break or tear them) about every third year in early autumn and replant immediately. They do well in borders but along a pond too as a water side plant. (but not into the water!)