Iris germanica 'Fall Fiesta' ~ Fall Fiesta Bearded Iris

Iris germanica 'Fall Fiesta' ~ Fall Fiesta Bearded IrisFall Fiesta forms a clump of upright, sword like blue green foliage that provides structure in the garden. In late spring, tall stems carry large ruffled blooms with bright golden yellow standards and rich purple falls, highlighted by a contrasting beard. As a rebloomer, it may produce a second flush of flowers in fall, extending the gardens color season. Prefers partial sun and rich, moist well drained soils. Type: Perennial Origins: southern Europe,

‘Fall Fiesta’ forms a clump of upright, sword-like blue-green foliage that provides structure in the garden. In late spring, tall stems carry large ruffled blooms with bright golden-yellow standards and rich purple falls, highlighted by a contrasting beard. As a rebloomer, it may produce a second flush of flowers in fall, extending the garden’s color season. Prefers partial sun and rich, moist well-drained soils.  

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  Water regularly, then occasionally once established.  Can cut back any dying foliage after flowering.  Some major issues can be soft root, crown rot, and leaf spot. Watch for molting and remove any affected leaves.  Avoid overcrowding and too much shade to lessen the chance of these issues.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Water Gardens, Ponds and Streams, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS:  Joe Pye Weed, Coral Bells, Sedge

IMAGE: White Flower Farm, Fall Fiesta Bearded Iris.

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.