Dutch Iris - Eye of the Tiger
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking vibrant, fragrant spring blooms.
Elevate your garden with the captivating Dutch Iris 'Eye of the Tiger'. This variety showcases exotic violet-blue and mahogany blooms, accented by striking yellow blotches and a delicate, lovely aroma. Perfect for sunny garden borders, it also serves as a stunning cut flower for indoor arrangements. These low-maintenance bulbs bring dramatic color to your landscape from late spring to early summer. Ideal for USDA Zones 6-9, they thrive when planted in the fall, promising a beautiful display with minimal effort.
$10.20
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Price vs Category Average
-57%
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Includes
20
/ Dutch Iris Bulbs
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a bold, high-contrast focal point
- Floral designers wanting long-lasting, sturdy stems for arrangements
- Busy homeowners preferring reliable, low-effort perennial blooms
Who should skip it
- Gardeners wanting a long-lasting, single-season floral display
- Gardeners managing heavy, moisture-retaining clay soil types
- Residents of warm climates lacking sufficient winter chill
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Exotic violet and mahogany tones create a high-contrast garden focal point.
Maintenance Effort
Low-maintenance bulbs that reward minimal effort with consistent seasonal blooms.
Floral Utility
Sturdy stems and long-lasting petals make these perfect for indoor arrangements.
Fragrance Profile
A subtle, delicate scent that enhances rather than overwhelms garden spaces.
Planting Versatility
Compact spacing requirements allow for easy integration into existing garden borders.
Climate Adaptability
Reliable performance for gardeners located within USDA zones six through nine.
Key Specs
Includes
20 Dutch Iris Bulbs
Planting Depth
4-5 inches
Planting Proximity
3 inches apart
Hardiness Zones
6-9
Height
22 - 26 inches
Spread
3 inches
Bloom Season
Late spring to early summer
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun
Features
- Exotic violet-blue and mahogany blooms
- Delicate, lovely aroma
- Striking yellow accents
- Ideal for sunny garden borders
- Wonderful for indoor vases
- Low maintenance gardening solution
- Favorite for cut flowers
- Ships 20 bulbs per order
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the 'Eye of the Tiger' Dutch Iris for its spectacular visual impact and superior quality. The unique coloration, featuring bronze, purple, and yellow accents, consistently exceeds expectations. Reviewers highlight the excellent ease of growth, noting the bulbs arrive large, healthy, and exhibit high viability. These irises require minimal care, appealing to all gardening skill levels. The reliable performance and long-lasting blooms enhance the overall value proposition. This variety is considered a standout choice for borders and containers, delivering a truly dramatic spring display.
Know before you buy
These bulbs should be planted in the fall. This allows them to establish their root systems before the ground freezes, ensuring they are ready to bloom in late spring or early summer.
Dutch Iris 'Eye of the Tiger' thrives in full sun. For the best results and most vibrant blooms, choose a location in your garden that receives at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily.
Plant each bulb at a depth of 4 to 5 inches. To create a lush, full appearance, space the bulbs approximately 3 inches apart.
Yes, they are excellent cut flowers. Their unique violet-blue and mahogany coloring, combined with a delicate fragrance, makes them a sophisticated choice for indoor vases.
These irises are best suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 6 through 9. If you live outside of these zones, they may not survive the winter or receive the necessary conditions to bloom reliably.
They are considered a low-maintenance plant. Once they are properly planted in a sunny spot with well-draining soil, they require very little intervention to produce their signature blooms each season.
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