White Flower Farm
Iris germanica 'Swept Off My Feet'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, multi-season floral displays.
This Tall Bearded Iris, 'Swept Off My Feet,' offers a striking bicolor display featuring frosty white petals with a rich purple wash on the standards and matching edging on the falls. As a reblooming variety, it aims to provide a spectacular show in June, followed by a second flowering in late summer or early fall, though rebloom depends on climate and care. Growing from rhizomes, these perennials create vertical highlights in the garden and are known for being fairly indestructible and critter resistant. They thrive with plenty of sun and excellent drainage, returning year after year to add vibrant color.
$17.00
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Price vs Category Average
-38%
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Common Name
Tall Bearded Iris
/ Tall Bearded Iris
Who it's for
- Floral enthusiasts who enjoy creating elegant indoor arrangements
- Gardeners seeking a high-impact focal point for spring beds
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, heat-tolerant perennials
Who should skip it
- Low-effort gardeners avoiding regular maintenance and plant division
- Gardeners desiring continuous color throughout the entire growing season
- Beginners unwilling to monitor for common garden pests
Performance breakdown
Bloom Frequency
Dual-season flowering potential offers extended visual interest throughout the growing year.
Hardiness Range
Exceptional adaptability across diverse climate zones from north to south.
Pest Resistance
Robust rhizomes naturally deter common garden critters and local wildlife.
Visual Impact
Striking bicolor contrast creates a sophisticated focal point in any border.
Maintenance Ease
Indestructible nature requires minimal intervention once established in well-drained soil.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably attracts hummingbirds and essential pollinators to the garden landscape.
Key Specs
Common Name
Tall Bearded Iris
Hardiness Zone
3-9S/W
Exposure
Sun
Blooms In
June and August-September
Mature Height
30-32 inches
Spacing
18-24 inches
Ships as
BARE ROOT
Features
- Reblooming capability provides flowers in early summer and again in late summer/fall.
- Striking bicolor blooms with frosty white and rich purple patterns.
- Bearded Iris are known for being fairly indestructible and critter resistant.
- Attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators.
- Vertical foliage persists through the growing season even after blooming.
- Ideal for creating striking vertical highlights in late spring borders.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the rhizomes received, noting they are robust and healthy upon arrival. The primary delight centers on the stunning, reliable bloom performance. Reviewers frequently mention the unique lavender and apricot coloring, confirming the 'Swept Off My Feet' design lives up to its name and expectations. While the price point is premium, the vigorous growth and dependable flowering make this iris a high value investment for garden enthusiasts seeking reliable, showstopping color.
Know before you buy
This variety is bred to produce a primary flush of flowers in June, followed by a second set of blooms in late summer or early fall. Please note that successful rebloom is dependent on your specific climate, local growing conditions, and consistent care.
Plant the rhizomes just below the soil surface, ensuring the top of the rhizome is slightly exposed to the sun. They require well-draining soil to prevent rot, so avoid planting them in areas where water tends to pool.
Yes, Bearded Irises are generally considered critter-resistant. Their foliage and rhizomes are typically unpalatable to deer and rabbits, making them a reliable choice for gardens prone to animal browsing.
These irises require a location with full sun, ideally receiving at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. Adequate sun exposure is essential for strong stems and the energy required for reblooming.
The vertical, sword-like foliage remains attractive and provides architectural interest throughout the rest of the growing season. You can trim back the spent flower stalks to keep the plant tidy, but leave the leaves intact until they naturally die back in late autumn.
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