BERLIN TIGER
Product Description:
Iris pseudata A rare, old cross that is a true water-loving iris! These hardy, rhizomatous perennials thrive at the water’s edge—perfect for small ponds, bog gardens, or decorative basins. Once established, they naturalize beautifully in moisture-rich environments, sending up elegant green foliage. In mid-spring, clumping, spear-like leaves give rise to striking flower buds, creating a dramatic seasonal display. Intensely complex and mesmerizing, Berlin Tiger captivates with intricate fiery orange tones, layered with bronze and richly detailed rust-to-burgundy veining. Mauve sepals contrast beautifully against the rusty bronze falls, creating a romantic, painterly palette. Grows up to 4 feet tall and blooms early and again mid-season. With proper care, they will bloom prolifically year after year, becoming a long-lasting feature in your garden’s aquatic spaces. Hardy to zone 4.
Ships FREE! Plants ship in 3” pots and are about 6” at time of shipment. Available for a limited time and will ship in June. Order early for best availability. Available only within the contiguous US. Other items in cart may incur shipping cost.
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Initial Instructions
Once received, remove pot and transplant to a 1or 2 gallon size container. Place gravel at the bottom and layer with a heavy silt mix. Secure the plant in soil up to the greening of the leaves. Allow plenty of room for the roots to spread and grow. Place the pot in a water basin, water feature, or small pond. These irises are quick to grow once up-potted and will establish rapidly. They may be cut before shipping, but they will grow quickly and may flower again in the fall.
Cultivation
Iris are generally low maintenance and will require rhizome division once they outgrow their container every few years. Iris are clumping in habit and not invasive. They thrive in standing water and full sun attracting beneficial insects such as damsel flies, butterflies and dragonflies. Expect intense beauty during flowering followed by foliage interest, then winter dormancy. The flowers are self-sustaining, and the rhizomes are fast growing underground stems that lend water purification to any natural aquatic environment.
Size at Maturity
Listed per variety.
Exposure
Full sun to part shade.
Hardiness
Hardy to zone 4.
Pests & Diseases
Iris pseudata generally has few pest problems. Keep an eye out for slugs or snails and use traps or bait as needed.