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Before The Storm Bearded Iris

Iris germanica 'Before The Storm'

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ZONES  4-9 | Good to grow! Zone

Before The Storm Fragrant Bearded Iris (Iris germanica) arrives in mid-spring with great drama and flair. Its sophisticated ruffled black petals earn its status as a multiple awarding-winning, highly prized Iris. Prolific, sweetly fragrant blooms will draw pollinators and have neighbors lined up for viewing. Add contrast to monochromatic plantings, or a bold accent to colorful garden beds. Grow extra for elegant cut flowers.

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Description

(35-39" tall x 12-24" wide) 'Before The Storm' Fragrant Bearded Iris is often called “the darkest of the dark” for good reason. Its almost pure black flowers are tinted with bronze-purple, like a raven’s wing. Sweetly fragrant, it is a profuse bloomer with up to 12 buds per stem, giving it a long blooming period. Awards include the Dykes Medal (1996), the top award for all classes of Iris, and the Award of Merit. At a height of 35-39" tall, its potential is unlimited. Plant 'Before The Storm' in the back of a perennial bed to create a dramatic backdrop, or plant as a focal point near an entrance or outdoor living space. Elegant with ornamental grasses and colorful perennials alike. Plant it in a full sun location in enriched garden soil with good drainage. Plant in groups of three for best effect, 12-24" apart. Keep soil moist as the plant establishes, thereafter this is a drought-tolerant, easy-to-grow perennial. Cut flowers lasting 3-7 days; for best results, harvest when buds have fully emerged and are showing color. A pollinator favorite, it’s deer and rabbit resistant too.

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As soon as your order is placed you will receive a confirmation email. You will receive a second email the day your order ships telling you how it has been sent. Some perennials are shipped as potted plants, some as perennial roots packed in peat.  The ‘Plant Information’ section describes how that item will ship. All perennials and fall-planted bulbs are packaged to withstand shipping and are fully-guaranteed. Please open upon receipt and follow the instructions included.

Perennials and fall-planted bulbs are shipped at the proper planting time for your Growing Zone. Perennial and fall-planted bulb orders will arrive separately from seeds. If your order requires more than one shipment and all items are shipping to the same address, there is no additional shipping charge. See our shipping information page for approximate ship dates and more detailed information. If you have any questions, please call Customer Service at (801) 769-0300 or contact us by email or chat.

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Key Features

Light Requirements

  • Morning Sun & Afternoon Shade
  • Full Sun

Water Tolerance

Low-Water

Bloom Time

Late spring

Advantages

  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Autumn Interest
  • Easy To Grow
  • Cut Flowers
  • Small Spaces
  • Rock Gardens
  • Deer Resistant
  • Rabbit Resistant

Additional information

Mature Height

37" tall

Mature Spread

12" wide; plant rhizomes 12-24" apart

Soil Type

  • Average Soil
  • Well-Drained Soil

Soil Moisture

  • Average
  • Waterwise

Planting Depth

Iris should be planted so the tops of the rhizomes are exposed and the roots are spread out facing downwards in the soil. Make sure not to plant the rhizomes too deep.

Planting Time

  • Late Summer

Growing Zones

  • Zone 4
  • Zone 5
  • Zone 6
  • Zone 7
  • Zone 8
  • Zone 9

Ships As

Bulb, Rhizome, Tuber

Can Send To PO Box

Yes

Ships to Hawaii & Alaska

No

Overall rating: 4.5 / 5 from 4 reviews.

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Beautiful Irises

"Planted these last fall along with other bearded irises and they were the first variety to bloom. Their color is absolutely stunning."

— Meg (5/5)

The plant is healthy and multiplying after 1 year

"I can't wait to see the flowers in the next year."

— Austex (5/5)

Still hoping!

"This little guy didn't bloom this year, but got some nice leaves started. I'm still hoping to see him next spring. This was its first spring. In my experience, irises take a little time to grow a bit, but by the 2nd or 3rd year they take off and look out! Just about everything I've purchased from this company has come through for me, so I have faith I'll get to enjoy this little beauty next year."

— Chris 5. (3/5)

Dramatic addition to garden and art

"GREAT for viewing in the garden, REALLY GREAT for my art work—arrangements, ""watercolor"" use of juices, photography."

— Bren (5/5)

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