Bearded Iris - Califlora Earl of Essex (Reblooming)
Elevate your garden with the Reblooming Bearded Iris Earl of Essex. This stunning perennial showcases elegant white blooms accented with captivating purple veining, offering extended color from spring through fall. It's a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant choice, reaching a mature height of 32-34 inches. Thriving in zones 3-10, it reliably reblooms in late summer and fall, providing consistent beauty. Its natural resistance to deer and rabbits makes it a resilient addition to any landscape, requiring minimal care once established.
$12.48
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1907
/ 3088
#1907 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-47%
Below average
Height
3234
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Extended Bloom Season
- Striking Visual Appeal
- Robust and Easy to Grow
Who should skip it
- Climate-Dependent Rebloom
- Susceptible to Iris Borer
- Requires Full Sun Exposure
Key Specs
Height
32-34 inches
Hardiness Zones
3-10
Spacing
8-12 inches
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Deer and rabbit-resistant
Drought-tolerant
Lifecycle
Perennial
Flower Type
Iris
Features
- Reblooms for extended garden color
- Striking white and purple flowers
- Hardy and drought-tolerant
- Low maintenance plant
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Reliable bloomer
- Grown on a family farm
- Perennial lifecycle
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Bearded Iris 'Earl of Essex' for its exceptional beauty, highlighting the striking, deep violet burgundy coloration and robust spring blooms. The primary satisfaction driver is the successful reblooming, which extends the visual appeal into late summer and fall, justifying the investment for many gardeners. Rhizome quality upon arrival is consistently rated highly. However, some disappointment arises when the expected second flush of flowers does not occur, impacting the perceived value. Those who meet the specific cultural needs for successful reblooming find this cultivar to be a standout performer. The consensus is that this is a visually stunning, high quality iris that delivers excellent value when its full potential is realized.
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