Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
The blue and white blooms of the Clarence Bearded Iris have to be seen to be believed. Standing tall at around 2 to 3 feet on a mass of sword-like foliage, this Iris germanica produces showy blue and white petals and a creamy beard. It blooms in late May, providing an injection of color, and will even rebloom.
A hardy perennial plant, the Clarence Bearded Iris is cold hardy in zones 3 to 9. Being drought tolerant and both deer and rabbit resistant make it a perfect specimen for warmer rural locations. This bearded iris is ideal for adding to a cottage garden or growing in an herbaceous border or cut flower patch.
Clarence Bearded Iris Care
The Clarence Bearded Iris performs best when it is grown in full sun. It prefers fertile soil, but good drainage is essential. Water frequently for the first year, after which it demonstrates drought tolerance. To encourage the best blooms, you can apply a low-nitrogen granular fertilizer in early spring.
Deadheading after the first flush of flowers will help promote blooms later in the season. After the foliage has died back in the fall, cut back hard. Divide every 3 to 5 years.
Clarence Bearded Iris Spacing
The Clarence Bearded Iris will grow to 2 to 3 feet tall and 1 to 2 feet across. A spacing of 18 to 24 inches will allow the rhizomes to spread out over time.
Clarence Bearded Iris Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 9 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 12 - 24 Inches |
| Spacing: 12 - 24 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Blue, White |
| Flower Description: Blue, Lavender, and White Shades |
| Bloom Period: Summer |
| Foliage Type: Semi-Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Green Shades |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer, Rabbit |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Bees |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Continuous Blooming or Rebloomer |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Clarence Bearded Iris |
| Other Name(s): German Bearded Iris |
| Scientific Name: Iris germanica 'Clarence' |
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.
Also Known 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
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known 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
Also Known 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
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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