Breck's
Kathy Chilton Bearded Iris
Best vibrant, reliable blooms for enhancing garden aesthetics.
The Kathy Chilton Bearded Iris boasts striking reddish-black falls complemented by antique gold beards. Its frilled, 4½–5" blooms release a subtly spicy fragrance, making it a delightful addition to any garden. This perennial variety thrives in zones 4-9, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It blooms in late spring, reaching a mature height of 35 inches. Ships as a premium rhizome in the fall, with a lifetime guarantee.
$14.39
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1916
/ 2774
#1916 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
-65%
Below average
Hardiness Zone
49
/ -
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a visually stunning, high-impact floral display
- Busy individuals desiring beautiful flowers without extensive daily upkeep
- Eco-conscious gardeners wanting to support local wildlife and ecosystems
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with limited sunny spots or heavy, poorly draining soil
- Individuals preferring truly hands-off plants that never need dividing
- Gardeners desiring continuous blooms throughout the entire growing season
Key Specs
Hardiness Zone
4-9
Bloom Time
Late midseason (Late spring)
Height
35 inches
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Ships As
Premium Rhizome
Plant In
Fall
Deer Resistant
Yes
Fragrant
Yes
Features
- Striking reddish-black falls with antique gold beards
- Delectable, slightly spicy fragrance
- Winner of Wister and Dykes medals
- Deer resistant for garden protection
- Blooms in late spring
- Grows to 35 inches tall
- Thrives in full sun to partial shade
- Lifetime guarantee on horticulture products
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Kathy Chilton Bearded Iris for its stunning, vibrant blooms and robust growth. Many highlight the exceptional quality of the rhizomes received, noting their healthy appearance and successful establishment in various garden conditions. Gardeners appreciate the plant's reliability, often reporting beautiful, prolific flowers that add significant visual appeal to their landscapes. The ease with which these irises thrive, even for those with less gardening experience, is a recurring positive theme, making them a delightful addition to any garden.
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