Iris germanica 'Superstition' - Superstition Bearded Iris

Large and luscious are two words to describe Superstition. Rightfully winning several awards, including Award of Garden Merit, Superstition has deep-purple almost black blooms that produces 8-10 buds per stem and persists over a 2 week period. Enjoy this bicolor iris in sunny gardens, in beds, and along borders where its sweet fragrance can be appreciated and color can contrast against other perennials. Use as a cutting flower to spruce up insides. 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: Jackson & Perkins, Superstition Iris.

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