Origin: Hybridizer, Hamblen (1972)
Origin: Iridaceae
Light: Full sun
Height: 1'
Spacing: 9-15"
Bloom: Large, fuschia, mid-season
Foliage: Herbaceous
Soil: Well-drained, sandy, neutral, mildly alkaline, tolerates some drought
Water: Regular-low
Use: Border, butterfly garden, bird garden, cut flowers, accent, cottage, water garden
Propagation: Rhizome divisions
Caution: Plant may cause skin allergy - wear gloves when handling
Comments: Iris germinica 'Candy Apple' or Standard Dwarf Bearded Iris is a perennial bulbous plant with a medium spreading growth habit. It is a showy hybrid by hybridizer Hamblen (1972). In mid-Spring, Iris germinica 'Candy Apple' produces spectacular, large magenta blooms attracting butterflies and birds. It has herbaceous foliage. Standard Dwarf Bearded Iris is easily propagated from rhizome divisions in late Summer or Fall. Iris germinica 'Candy Apple' and thrives best in well-drained, sandy, alkaline to neutral soil. Standard Dwarf Bearded iris can tolerate some drought. It is deer and rabbit resistant. Divide every few years to prevent overcrowding and fertilize in early Spring, after blooming and in the Fall. Mass plant Iris germinica 'Candy Apple' in the border for a terrific display. It is an incredible show stopper.
USDA Zones: 3-10
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Image of butterfly and bird attractor, Iris germinica 'Candy Apple' or Standard Dwarf Bearded coming soon...
