White Flower Farm Iris sibirica Gull's Wing
Large, semi-ruffled white blooms. Some Siberian Iris aficionados rate 'Gull's Wing' as the best of the white-flowered varieties. This lovely Iris has been in commerce for almost a century. The flowers are white, of course, leaning toward iv...ory. Iris breeders are dramatically changing the range of colors, heights, and bloom times available in this group. Siberian Iris often begin to flower in late May, but the peak of bloom here in Connecticut is in the first half of June. Their thick roots drive down deeply, which makes them drought resistant (though they also thrive in damp soil) and great plants for holding steep banks in place. Each clump becomes huge, and when a group of them grows together, weeds can't grow in between. After bloom, the grassy leaves stand erect and green through the growing season. Siberian Iris struggle in the desert Southwest. Iris sibirica Gull's Wing Large, semi-ruffled white blooms. Some Siberian Iris aficionados rate 'Gull's Wing' as the best of the white-flowered varieties. This lovely Iris has been in commerce for almost a century. The flowers are white, of course, leaning toward ivory. Iris breeders are dramatically changing the range of colors, heights, and bloom times available in this group. Siberian Iris often begin to flower in late May, but the peak of bloom here in Connecticut is in the first half of June. Their thick roots drive down deeply, which makes them drought resistant (though they also thrive in damp soil) and great plants for holding steep banks in place. Each clump becomes huge, and when a group of them grows together, weeds can't grow in between. After bloom, the grassy leaves stand erect and green through the growing season. Siberian Iris struggle in the desert Southwest. May We Also Suggest: Ligularia The Rocket Iris sibirica Super Ego Dicentra spectabilis Campanula persicifolia Takion Blue Iris sibirica Gull's Wing read more
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The buds are pink and green, but the long-lasting flowers open creamy white. A great complement to the pink of 'Angelique' or almo... read more
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The color purple adds strength and vibrancy to a spring garden. Planted in a bed for a solid block of blooms, the effect is simply... read more
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Burnt orange-red flowers with delicate veining. A guaranteed conversation starter. Heirloom, 1665. 20-24cm bulbs. 1 per sq. ft. Th... read more
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This is the long-awaited sport of 'Pink Impression'. Glowing red chalices are held aloft on tall strong stems that stand up to the... read more
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Giant Snowdrop. This is both the largest and the earliest of the Snowdrops. The blooms stay closed on cloudy days and flare widely... read more
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Pure white blooms on robust stems earned this variety an Award of Merit in 1944. Each bell ends with slightly flaring tips - a per... read more
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Hyacinth 'Blue Jacket' has deep-blue blooms with a rich purple stripe running through each petal. Charming with white Violas. Over... read more
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A look of tailored elegance is the gift this heirloom Iris brings to the bed or border. 'Wabash' was first introduced in 1936 and ... read more
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This Tall Bearded Iris is a highly sought-after cultivar and no wonder. The well-branched flower stalks of 'Jennifer Rebecca' rise... read more
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As you might expect from the name, 'Mother Earth' has large blooms of subtle beauty, produced in abundance. She is one of the Tall... read more
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