These Iris were from an “exotic” blend I purchased from Breck’s bulbs. Baboon bottom, Zebra stripe, Tiger, and blue batik. They were supposed to be spotted and stripped. They came out as pictured. I complained to Brecks and they sent me a new shipment. They also did not show their stripes. sigh. They’re still quite pretty.Iris Spring 2018 (If I can remember the variety, I’ll update later.)These Iris were moved last fall from the base of the south berm, street side. The carpet juniper over took them. I didn’t expect them to bloom, but their first year after transplant was surprisingly pleasing. White alium is in the foreground, and blooming red twig dogwood in the background.Gypsy Queen Spring 2018Midnight Black Iris Spring 2018The yellow and white Iris in this bed are a gift from my Mother. She planted these Iris in her garden in San Jacinto Ca. in 1972. (I think she got them from her Mother’s garden, but I’m not completely sure about that.) She took some with her to Salt Lake City Ut in 1974. When I bought my first house in 1989 she sent me some in a box, to Aurora CO. When I moved to my current, and permanent home here in Brighton CO, I of course, took them with me. These Iris have a long and loving history.
