High Country Gardens
Funday Monday Bearded Iris
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking fragrant, pest-resistant floral color.
The Funday Monday Bearded Iris is a late-spring blooming perennial that brings vibrant color and fragrance to your garden. Its ruffled raspberry petals with yellow beards and creamy buff standards create a striking visual. The sword-shaped foliage offers summer interest, while sturdy stems with multiple buds make it ideal for cutting. This deer and rabbit-resistant variety thrives in full sun to partial shade and is drought-tolerant once established, making it a low-maintenance and beautiful addition to any perennial bed.
$10.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
726
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#726 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-53%
Below average
Mature Height
3337
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a sophisticated, dramatic focal point for spring
- Landscapers prioritizing water-wise, low-maintenance plant selections
- Homeowners wanting reliable, long-term perennial color
Who should skip it
- Planners desiring a long-lasting floral display throughout the season
- Gardeners unable to commit to regular pest monitoring
- Busy hobbyists avoiding labor-intensive garden maintenance tasks
Performance breakdown
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits from snacking on your garden beds.
Bloom Longevity
Multiple buds per stem ensure a prolonged display of vibrant color.
Drought Tolerance
Once established, this iris handles dry spells with impressive resilience.
Fragrance Intensity
Delivers a pleasant, noticeable scent that enhances any outdoor living space.
Maintenance Ease
A low-effort perennial that thrives with minimal ongoing care requirements.
Cut Flower Utility
Sturdy stems and striking colors make these perfect for indoor arrangements.
Key Specs
Mature Height
33-37 inches
Mature Spread
12-24 inches
Bloom Time
Late spring to early summer
Growing Zones
4-9
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Water Requirement
Moderate
Soil Type
Well-drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun or Morning Sun & Afternoon Shade
Features
- Ruffled raspberry and yellow blooms
- Highly fragrant flowers
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Prolific bloomer with multiple buds
- Excellent for cut flowers
- Drought-tolerant once established
- Provides summer foliage interest
- Attracts butterflies
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Funday Monday Bearded Iris rhizomes, noting they arrive healthy and ready to thrive. The primary delight centers on the unique design; the vibrant yellow standards and deep purple falls create a striking, reliable display in the garden. Gardeners appreciate the plant's vigor and its ability to establish quickly, delivering high value through dependable, show stopping blooms year after year.
Know before you buy
This iris performs best in full sun, which means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. If you live in a region with intense heat, it will also thrive in a location that receives morning sun and afternoon shade.
Yes, the Funday Monday Bearded Iris is considered deer and rabbit resistant. While no plant is entirely immune to hungry wildlife, the texture and taste of these irises are generally unappealing to them.
The sword-shaped foliage remains attractive throughout the summer, so leave it in place to help the plant store energy for next year. You can trim back any yellowing or damaged leaves, but avoid cutting the entire plant down until late autumn.
Absolutely. The sturdy stems and multiple buds make this variety an excellent choice for cutting, and its strong fragrance will add a pleasant scent to your home.
These irises require well-drained soil to prevent the rhizomes from rotting. If your garden has heavy clay soil, consider amending it with organic matter or planting in a raised bed to improve drainage.
Once established, this variety is quite drought-tolerant. You should only need to provide supplemental water during extended dry spells or periods of extreme heat.
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