IRIS x Louisiana Hybrids ‘Bold Pretender’

A group of Iris derived by hybridizing several American species native to wet or boggy areas from Louisiana through the Mississippi Valley. The group is said to have the broadest range of colors of all the Iris. Those offered here are hardy to Zone 5 and adaptable to the perennial border providing additional water is provided during the growing season. Best grown in boggy areas and around ponds or in the water garden to depths of 6 in. or more. Bright red bi-tone.

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IRIS x Louisiana Hybrids ‘Bold Pretender’ – Louisiana Iris

IRIS x Louisiana Hybrids ‘Bold Pretender’ – The Louisiana Hybrids are a group of Iris derived by hybridizing several American species native to wet or boggy areas from Louisiana through the Mississippi Valley. The group is said to have the broadest range of colors of all the Iris. Those offered here are hardy to Zone 5 and adaptable to the perennial border providing additional water is provided during the growing season. Best grown in boggy areas and around ponds or in the water garden to depths of 6 in. or more. ‘Bold Pretender’ blooms bright red bi-tone.

Height: 36″           Zone: 5

Full Sun / Part Shade