Iris

The Iris is one of the most enchanting flowers you can have in the garden. This flower comes in many different colors and types. That is where her name comes from today: the Greek goddess of the rainbow. From deep purple to bright yellow, the different colors make the Iris a favorite among garden lovers and florists.

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Iris 'Katharine Hodgkin'
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Selected by E. B. Anderson in 1958 and named after the wife of Eliot Hodgkin. He was a renowned grower and collector of bulbs. Originates from a cross between I. histrioides var. major x I. winogradowii. The banner is blue-green, the lip is...
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Iris 'Katharines Gold'
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Beautiful, striking dwarf iris in a subtle yellow-green colour. Registered in 2015 by W. van Lierop en Zn. B.V. after they had selected it from the well-known Iris 'Katharine Hodgkin'.
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Iris 'Louise'
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A pale yellow dwarf iris recently introduced (2021) by W. van Lierop & Zn B.V. The lips are soft yellow with a warm yellow stripe across the centre. The standards are white.
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Iris 'Sheila Ann Germaney'
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Originated from the cross parents I. histrioides var. major and I. winogradowii. Like 'Frank Elder' and 'Katharine Hodgkin', this lovely iris received an Award of Merit from the Royal Horticural Society. The standards are white with a blue haze....
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Iris 'Thor'
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A beautiful interspecies, Iris korolkowii x Iris sari, registered at the time by van Tubergen. The standards are lilac, the lips are pearly grey with dark veins and show a dark purple spot. Belonging to the Regelio-cylcus Group.
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Iris acutiloba
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Found north of the Kura river, in the Caucasus in Georgia. A low Iris belonging to the section Oncocyclus. Conditions in which this beauty is found are often miserable, very dry, little rain in spring and nights when it can be quite cold. Best...
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Iris avromanica
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On the 12th of March 2018, Janis Ruksans collected this species in Iran, Kurdistan, on the Kuh-e Shāhu (Hawraman) ridge between Marivan and Nowsud. The Iris is observed on steep mountain slopes in the grass among low shrubs. The leaves are 6-8 cm....
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Iris bucharica 'Top Gold'
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An easy-growing species found in the Pamir Alai Mountains but also in Tajikistan and north-eastern Afghanistan. The shiny layered leaves face each other. Up to seven delightfully fragrant flowers emerge from the upper leaf axils. There are several...
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Iris camillae
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As far as we know, Iris camillae occurs only in a few different places in Azerbaijan. This rarity, also an Onocyclus Iris, displays spectacular, up to 8 cm in diameter, large, variable, violet or blue flowers. The standards are significantly...
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Iris danfordiae
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Introduced in 1876 by Mrs Danford. The plant has very narrow blue-grey leaves. The golden yellow flowers with green specks on the lip appear in February. Origin: Turkey (Taurus Mountains). Light scent. The umbel of Iris danfordiae has the odd...
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Iris foetidissima 'Citrina'
Iris foetidissima 'Citrina'
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The Dutch name means stinking iris. The available form is a profusely flowering soft yellow iris that thrives even in dry soil in the shade. Long after its blooming period, the swollen pods burst open to reveal a thick bunch of red berries that...
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Iris hoogiana
Iris hoogiana
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Introduced by Van Tubergen in 1913. Won many awards and certificates in the subsequent years. Origin: Turkestan. The two, sometimes three fragrant flowers per stem are soft lavender blue with a yellow beard. Its foliage is dark blue-green.
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Iris iberica
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Introduced in 1808 by George Franz Hoffman, native to the Southern Caucasus. A striking species with white upright petals and strongly brown-veined lower petals. Hardy, but requires some protection from rain in late summer and winter. Section...
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Iris kasruwana
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The offering is from seed collected in Lebanon. A beautiful Iris belonging to the Section Oncocyclus, the falls are brown-veined, the standards lilac-veined. There is some confusion about the naming, it is said to be a synonym of Iris susiana, but...
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Iris magnifica
Iris magnifica
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Origin: Central Asia, especially in the mountains south of Samarkand. They have been known since 1880. Up to six soft blue flowers emerge from the leaf axils, with a yellow-orange honey mark on the lips.
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Iris magnifica X bucharica 'Sunny Side Up'
Iris magnifica x bucharica 'Sunny Side Up'
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This fantastic hybrid was originally found in Brian Mathew's garden. A cross that has inherited the good qualities from both parents, great for gardening and resistant to all kinds of weather. The pure white flowers, mostly five to seven, show a...
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Iris pseudocapnoides
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Janis Ruksans found this variety near Chimgan, Uzbekistan. The three to six cream-coloured with sulphur-yellow flowers appear on a sturdy stem up to 35 cm high. As flowering progresses, the serrated edges of the flower turn violet. For a sunny...
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Iris reticulata 'Alida'
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Selected from I. reticulata 'Harmony' and registered in 1990. The lip is cornflower blue with thin, barium yellow stripes ending in ivory white spots. The standards are French blue.
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Iris reticulata 'Blue Hill'
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Intro: 1808. The original Iris reticulata is found in northern and southern Turkey, northern Iraq, northern and western Iran and the southern Caucasus. Violet-blue flowers with a white honey mark bearing an orange-yellow stripe.
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Iris reticulata 'Blue Planet'
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Light blue, low-growing Iris with an orange blush on the lip.
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Iris reticulata 'Clairette'
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Intro: 1953. Iris reticulata x Iris bakeriana. Azure standards are surrounded by middle blue falls with white markings. Remarkably beautiful.
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Iris sophenensis x danfordiae 'Down to Earth'
Iris reticulata 'Down to Earth'
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Canadian Alan McMurtrie is famous among Iris enthusiasts for his fanatical interest in Iris reticulata. Thousands of crosses and selections in the most beautiful colours and anomalous shapes have been cultivated by him.
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Iris reticulata 'Eye Catcher'
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A cultivar by Alan McMurtie. Ice blue, almost snow white flowers, from the heart of the flower deep violet-blue. In the middle of the ice-blue falls there is a bright yellow band surrounded by irregular blue speckles. Becomes a true eye-catcher as...
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Iris reticulata 'Frozen Planet'
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White, low-growing Iris with an ice-blue blush on the lip.
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Iris reticulata 'Harmony'
Iris reticulata 'Harmony'
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I. reticulata x I. histrioides var. major. The banner is cornflower-blue. The lip is royal dark blue with a yellow nectar guide on a white surface. The flower is fairly wide.
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Iris reticulata 'Natascha'
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Intro: 1973. A fun variety that originates from a cross-pollination of I. reticulata 'Cantab' x I. reticulata 'Cantab'. Ivory with subtle green lines. The nectar guide is golden yellow.
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Iris sophenensis x danfordiae 'Orange Glow'
Iris reticulata 'Orange Glow'
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Canadian Alan McMurtrie is famous among Iris enthusiasts for his fanatical interest in Iris reticulata. Thousands of crosses and selections in the most beautiful colours and anomalous shapes have been cultivated by him.
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Iris reticulata 'Painted Lady'
Iris reticulata 'Painted Lady'
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White, low-growing Iris with light blue, dark blue and violet stripes. Intro: 1808. The original Iris reticulata occurs in northern and southern Turkey, northern Iraq, northern and western Iran and the southern Caucasus.
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Iris reticulata 'Pauline'
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Named after one of the 'Hoog' ladies. The banner is violet, the lip dark purple with white spots and a yellow nectar guide. Won an Award of Merit in 1953 and 1979.
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Iris reticulata 'Polar Ice'
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In recent years, there has been a lot of innovation in the field of dwarf iris. Old varieties are disappearing, especially in the Reticulata group, and new, healthy varieties are being introduced. So is this ice-white iris derived from Iris...
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Iris reticulata 'Purple Hill'
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Intro: 1808. The original Iris reticulata is found in northern and southern Turkey, northern Iraq, northern and western Iran and the southern Caucasus. Purple flowers.
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Iris reticulata 'Rejoice'
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Low-growing Iris, purple with violet flowers. On the lip a yellow blush.
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Iris reticulata 'Spot On'
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From the hands of Allen McMurtrie comes this very notable newcomer. In the Spotlight! Gorgeous, purple speckled white with falls with a hint of yellow, more intense towards the tips. The standards are a royal purple.
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Iris reticulata 'Sunbeam'
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Beautiful bicoloured Iris, white with yellow. The falls are bright yellow lightening to cream at the edge. Highlighted by a few large green blotches. The standards are white, with pale green ribs (sometimes dotted), hair-like.
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Iris x 'Dushanbe'
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Intro: 1977. Originated from a cross performed by Tom Wilkes, of Iris 'Persian Pansy' x Iris korolkowii. Dushanbe is the capital of Tajikistan. A beautiful Iris, belonging to the Regelio-Cyclus Group whose flower consists of brownish-red...
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Types of Irises

There are more than 300 types of Irises, each with their own characteristics. Here are some most popular types:

Iris Katharine's Gold

The Iris Katharine's Gold is known for its early flowering and striking, golden yellow flowers. This dwarf iris is ideal for flower boxes and borders. You can enjoy this variety early in the spring.

Iris Louise

Iris Louise is an attractive dwarf iris that is perfect for adding color to the garden in early spring. This species grows best in well-drained soil and thrives in full sun or light shade.

Iris Camillae

Iris Camillae is a rare species that produces beautiful flowers with bright blue to purple colors. The Camillae prefers well-drained soil and a sunny to semi-shaded location. The Iris is perfect in borders and blooms in late spring to early summer.

Iris Hoogiana

Iris Hoogiana is a beautiful species with large, striking flowers. They grow best in well-drained soil and like a sunny spot. They feature beautiful blue and lavender colors that begin blooming in late spring.

How do you plant and care for the Irises?

Planting and caring for Irises requires some knowledge to ensure that they grow and bloom optimally:

Planting instructions

Irises should be planted in well-drained soil, preferably in a sunny spot. The best time to plant Irises is late summer to early fall. Dig a shallow hole and place the rhizomes horizontally, with the top just below the soil surface.

Care tips

Irises do not need much water, except during dry periods. Make sure the soil around the plants does not get too wet to prevent root rot. Regular pruning and removing dead flowers helps keep the plant healthy and thriving.

Iris bulbs for sale at webshop Nijssenbulbs.com

The Iris is a beautiful flower that can brighten up any garden. With the right care and attention, Irises can produce spectacular blooms year after year. Would you like more information about the Irises? Or do you have questions when purchasing the Iris? Please feel free to contact us for more information.