About
Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Fall
Color
Red
Growth Habit
Upright
Bloom Season
Late Spring through Early Summer
Plant Characteristics
Easy to Grow & Maintain, Fragrant
Use
Cut Flower Garden
Growing Conditions
Drought Tolerant, Outdoor
Plant Resistance
Deer, Rabbit
About Cat's Eyes - Bearded Iris
Iris germanica
Seed Type
Rhizome
Cat's Eyes Standard Dwarf Bearded Iris is a captivating flower that showcases the best of multiple wine shades. It features mauve rose standards with intricate black cherry veins, highlighted by feathered edges. The dark cherry red falls are equally stunning, with dramatic textures and black veins, contrasted by wide bands of mauve rose. This spectacle of colors is accompanied by a slightly spicy fragrance. As a mid-season spring bloomer, Cat's Eyes grows to just over two feet tall, making it a showy addition to any garden.
Planting Information
Planting Cat's Eyes - Bearded Iris
Planting Season
Fall
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
In a shallow hole with fleshy roots partially exposed
Plant Height
36 to 40 inches
Plant Spacing
12 to 24 inches
Water Needs
Low
Hardiness Zones
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Bulb Size
1
View our Bearded Iris Planting Guide to learn more.
Coverage
| Amount | Recommended Coverage |
|---|---|
| 1 Bulb / Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall | Up to 0.75 Sq. Ft |
| 3 Bulbs / Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall | Up to 1.5 Sq. Ft |
| 5 Bulbs / Fall-Planted | Ships in Fall | Up to 3.5 Sq. Ft |
Companions Plants
Companion Plants for Cat's Eyes - Bearded Iris
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