Iris germanica 'Valentino' ~ Valentino Bearded Iris

Iris germanica 'Valentino' ~ Valentino Bearded IrisValentino Bearded Iris is a bulbless perennial with upright, sword like blue green foliage. In late spring and early summer, tall stems bear large, ruffled flowers with bronze red standards and deep marron to ruby red falls highlighted by a rich yellow beard. Prefers partial sun and rich, moist well drained soils. Type: Perennial Origins: southern Europe, and Mediterranean Height: 2. 5' 3' Spread: 1. 5' 2' Spacing: 1. 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 9

Valentino Bearded Iris is a bulbless perennial with upright, sword-like blue-green foliage. In late spring and early summer, tall stems bear large, ruffled flowers with bronze red standards and deep marron to ruby red falls highlighted by a rich yellow beard. Prefers partial sun and rich, moist well-drained soils.  

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  Water regularly, then occasionally once established.  Can cut back any dying foliage after flowering.  Some major issues can be soft root, crown rot, and leaf spot. Watch for molting and remove any affected leaves.  Avoid overcrowding and too much shade to lessen the chance of these issues.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Water Gardens, Ponds and Streams, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS:  Joe Pye Weed, Coral Bells, Sedge

IMAGE: BallSeed Inc, Iris Valentino, (2) Schreiner's Gardens, Variety 'Valentino'

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.