Marrying Kind Bearded Iris
The Marrying Kind Bearded Iris is an award-winning perennial celebrated for its exquisite coloration, featuring dusky violet purple falls, fuzzy coral beards, and peachy-pink standards. This majestic flower adds elegant texture to the garden, even after its late spring to early summer blooms fade. It is surprisingly easy to grow, thriving in zones 3-9 while offering excellent resistance to drought, deer, and rabbits. The plant grows vigorously from rhizomes that naturally spread and multiply over the years, ensuring more blooms season after season.
$9.32
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1960
/ 3183
#1960 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-60%
Below average
Hardiness Zones
39
/ -
Who it's for
- Striking Bicolor Blooms
- Exceptional Drought Tolerance
- Deer and Rabbit Resistant
Who should skip it
- Susceptible to Iris Borer
- Requires Periodic Division
- Short Bloom Window
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
3-9
Mature Height
35 inches tall
Mature Spread
12-24 inches apart
Planting Depth
Tops of rhizomes slightly exposed
Native To
Europe
Awards
Honorable Mention (2017), Award of Merit (2019)
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Ships As
Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber
Features
- Award-winning variety with notable recognition
- Drought-tolerant and pest resistant
- Blooms late spring into early summer
- Naturalizes and spreads over time
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Upright, sword-shaped foliage adds texture
- Suitable for cut flower arrangements
- Easy to grow and low maintenance
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly adore the 'Marrying Kind' Bearded Iris for its stunning, complex coloration, often described as a beautiful blend of soft pinks, purples, and creamy whites. A major theme in positive feedback is the excellent quality of the rhizomes received; they consistently arrive healthy, robust, and well packaged. Success rates for sprouting are notably high, leading to spectacular blooms, usually in the second season. While the quality is praised, some buyers perceive this as a premium item, slightly impacting the perceived value for money. Despite minor establishment variability, this iris is considered a worthwhile investment for gardeners prioritizing unique beauty and reliable quality, delivering a display that often exceeds expectations once established.
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