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Bernice's Legacy Tall Bearded Iris

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  • Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 30 - 34 Inches
  • Mature Spread 30 - 34 Inches
  • Growing Zones 3 - 10

Bearded Iris are the backbone of any well planned drought tolerant garden. Bernice’s Legacy not only has all of the familiar traits of traditional Bearded Iris. but is a rebloomer. This Iris has two seasons of bloom. Late spring and again in the early fall. The deep red color will easily attract bees and hummingbirds and enhance the late season garden. Bearded Iris are best used in those tough, dry areas that other perennials wither from. With a height of almost 36 inches, Bernice’s Legacy Tall Bearded Iris is perfect for the middle to back of a garden bed where they can really show off their form and color. 

Bearded Iris have a range of hardiness zones between 3-10 and are almost evergreen in the warmest zones, The fleshy rhizomes of Iris germanica are native to the areas of Southern Europe and the Mediterranean area. They take almost no care once fully established. Deer resistant and not likely  to have many pests or diseases.

Bernice's Legacy Tall Bearded Iris Care

Bearded Iris have thick, fleshy rhizomes that do not like to be buried deep in the soil. They are best planted so the top third of the rhizome is exposed. They like to feel the sun on their feet. Soil needs to be well draining with a neutral pH of around 6.0.  An annual feeding of a balanced fertilizer after the first bloom cycle of the season will keep it healthy and blooming. Bearded Iris will tolerate and thrive on less watering after it has had a season or so to establish.

Deadheading of the spent blooms will keep this Iris tidy and help reserve energy to produce more blooms.  Iris are hardy perennials that will stay semi-evergreen in the warmer zones. Only cut back foliage when it begins to die back naturally in the fall, usually after a hard freeze. Removing old foliage will help keep pests and diseases away. Bearded Iris generally have few pests or disease and can be a quick spreader if it is in an optimal location.

Bernice's Legacy Tall Bearded Iris Spacing 

Bearded Iris have a very upright habit, but  not a very wide spread. These plants can be planted a bit closer than other perennials. A spacing of 12-16 inches will help Iris to support each other as they grow, while giving their rhizomes the room they need to spread. Bearded Iris are best divided every 2-3 years to encourage vigorous growth and blooming.

Bernice's Legacy Tall Bearded Iris Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 10
Plant Type: Perennials
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 30 - 34 Inches
Mature Spread: 12 - 18 Inches
Spacing: 12 - 18 Inches
Habit: Clumping, Upright
Flower Color(s): Red
Flower Description: Garnet Red
Bloom Period: Early To Mid Summer
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer, Rabbit
Tolerates: Heat
Attracts: Bees
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Continuous Blooming or Rebloomer
Brand:
Common Name: Bernice's Legacy Tall Bearded Iris
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: IRIS GERMANICA `BERNICE`S LEGACY` (RED)
SKU:
1010885-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

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We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

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Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.