Which iris rebloom

Obviously, these aren't ordinary irises. These are reblooming irises, and they're changing the look of fall gardens. In spring, it would take a trained eye to spot any differences between reblooming irises and the more common once-blooming varieties.

Both types flaunt sweet-scented fleurs-de-lis over a fan of leaves. But while most irises sit out the summer, rebloomers multiply in a frenzy of growth. By late summer or fall they're ready to flower again. Where the growing season is long enough, reblooming irises are known to squeeze in a third or even a fourth flush of flowers.

Although commonly called rebloomers, there are actually several types within this category, according to the Reblooming Iris Society:. There are two "catches" to this classification system: first, most retailers will simply say that a variety they carry reblooms, not what type of rebloomer it is.

The other catch is that there are no guarantees that any particular variety in any particular setting will behave in any particular way. That said, most of the irises labeled as rebloomers by reliable suppliers will give you far more "bang" for your flower buck.

In general, the reliability of rebloom declines as you go farther north. Gardeners in Zones 3 and 4 may see little or no reblooming. The exception is the variety 'Immortality', which is reputed to rebloom as far north as Zone 3.

In most varieties, the reblooming cycle is set off by cooler weather, so if your temperatures are tropical year round, you may not see a second bloom. Also, some varieties will not start reblooming for a couple of years, so patience is a virtue. Learn more about maintaining and dividing irises.

Because they are doing more work throughout the growing season, reblooming iris need a bit more attention than regular varieties.

Use a low-nitrogen fertilizer one with a small first number, such as , following package directions. To prevent burning, don't allow the fertilizer to remain on the exposed rhizomes. Feed the plants lightly in spring as growth starts, and again in September. Water every other week to keep the soil moist and prevent the plants from going into dormancy. This much water can cause regular irises to rot, so it's best to keep your rebloomers apart from your regular irises.

Gifted with a pronounced spicy fragrance, this late midseason iris elegantly rises up to 28 inches high 71 cm atop a lovely green sword-shaped foliage which will continue to add interest in the landscape after flowering is over. Since 'Diamond Blush' is a reblooming iris, you will have the pleasure of enjoying its gorgeous blooms twice, in spring and from late summer into fall often to frost. Sweetly fragrant, Iris 'Hemstitched' is an eye-popping reblooming iris with pristine white blooms adorned with lilac stitches on its gently ruffled edges.

Rising 32 inches high 80 cm atop a lovely blue-green sword-shaped foliage, 'Hemstitched' rewards us twice with its is unusual color and fragrance, in both spring and fall. Iris 'Immortality' is blessed with many talents: extremely handsome with its ruffled pure white blooms rising 29 inches high 72 cm atop a lovely blue-green sword-shaped foliage, it is also intensely fragrant and considered one of the best reblooming irises!

Fast grower and profuse bloomer, it will bring its glorious blooms in late spring or early summer and rebloom in late summer or early fall. Won multiple awards as evidence of all its fabulous qualities. Incredibly attractive, Iris 'Jennifer Rebecca' is a fascinating Tall Bearded Iris with its generous display of lightly ruffled, rose-pink petals, slightly paler at their centers, and beautifully complementing the bright tangerine beards.

It elegantly rises up to 35 inches high 88 cm atop a lovely green sword-shaped foliage which will continue to add interest in the landscape after flowering is over. Since 'Jennifer Rebecca' is a reblooming iris, you will have the pleasure of enjoying its gorgeous blooms twice, in spring and from late summer into fall often to frost. Putting on two fabulous shows in spring and early fall, multiple award-winning Iris 'Jesse's Song' is an incredibly beautiful Tall Bearded Iris consistently ranked among the top favorite irises worldwide.

Its copiously ruffled blossoms are very distinctive with their white petals elegantly stitched and dotted violet. Rising 35 inches high 88 cm on strong straight stems atop a lovely blue-green sword-shaped foliage, this early midseason bloomer is a consistent reblooming iris.

Exceptionally finely branches, each stem approaches perfection and bears buds for a long floral display. Healthy, vigorous, this bearded iris grows without care and blooms without fuss, always providing a great garden show.

Sweetly fragrant, award-winner Iris 'Mariposa Skies' is a remarkable reblooming iris with large, gently ruffled blooms. Very light blue standards delicately flushed with deep blue-violet midribs float elegantly above a sea of medium blue-violet falls with slightly paler edges. Rising 33 inches high 82 cm atop a lovely blue-green sword-shaped foliage, 'Mariposa Skies' is understandably a very popular reblooming iris.

Reblooming Iris 'Pagan Dance' is truly mesmerizing with its fabulous display of large, rich deep violet, ruffled falls delicately adorned with velvety black spots contrasting with their golden-orange beards and lavender standards. It elegantly rises up to 30 inches high 75 cm atop a lovely green sword-shaped foliage which will continue to add interest in the landscape after flowering is over. Rich of a slight musky fragrance, Iris 'Pagan Goddess' is a lovely reblooming iris with distinctive large flowers.

Gracefully shaped, they harmoniously combine pale creamy peach standards with deeper peach pink falls, both brought to life by a bright tangerine beard. Rising 36 inches high 90 cm atop a lovely blue-green sword-shaped foliage, this early season bearded iris will bloom gloriously in late spring, then flower again in late summer and into fall.

Reblooming Iris 'Pink Attraction' truly deserves its name with its generous display of attractive, ruffled petals, light pink-colored with a streak of violet and an orange beard. Rising 30 inches high 70 cm atop a lovely green sword-shaped foliage, it is sweetly fragrant too! Profuse bloomer, it will bring its glorious and glamorous blooms in late spring or early summer and rebloom in late summer or early fall. Standing out, reblooming Iris 'Pure As Gold' is truly fascinating with its generous display of gleaming golden, heavily ruffled flowers.

Considered as one of the most consistent rebloomers, it is also noted for its strong growth. It elegantly rises up to 33 inches high 82 cm. Winner of multiple awards. Putting on two remarkable shows in spring and early fall, Iris 'Sugar Blues' is favored by many gardeners for the beauty of its flowers and its consistent reblooming performance, even in colder climates.

The gently ruffled wisteria blue flowers with their white beards, delicately tinted tangerine in their throats, are easy to pair with any perennials and always create a striking centerpiece to sunny garden beds and borders. Rising 36 inches high 90 cm atop a lovely blue-green sword-shaped foliage, this late midseason reblooming iris is also gifted with a pronounced fragrance.

A superb bearded iris for twice more pleasure and scent in the garden! Putting on two fabulous shows in spring and early fall, Iris 'Winesap' is a distinctive iris with deep wine-red standards sitting atop darker wine-black falls with matching dark red beards. Adding splashes of drama in the garden, this wonderful reblooming iris emits a light, sweet fragrance.

The silky flowers rise up to 33 inches high 82 cm atop a lovely blue-green sword-shaped foliage. While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates.

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Create a dramatic scene in a perennial border brimming with large, magnificently ruffled, colorful blooms. You can also use these iris as strong vertical accents in a drought-tolerant mixed planting. Then enjoy your neighbors' surprise and delight as the show begins again later in the season. Firm well and water thoroughly. Plant where they will get at least 5 hours of sun per day. Winter Care: Mulch in colder climates 2" and remove in early spring before growth starts.

Foliage Type: Glaucous-green, sword-like fans of stiff upright leaves with some dying back in colder climates in winter.