Tall Bearded Iris 'Passion for Fashion' – White & Velvety Dark Red-Purple, 35"

Glamorous and high-contrast, Tall Bearded Iris 'Passion for Fashion' (Iris germanica) makes an undeniable statement in the garden. Crisp white standards float above velvety dark red-purple falls edged with a delicate ⅛" lavender-pink rim — a refined, fashion-forward color combination that never goes out of style. Blooming mid-season at 35" tall, it's excellent for cutting and a standout in borders. Deer resistant and drought tolerant across Zones 3–10.

Plant Details

• Color: White standards; velvety dark red-purple falls with ⅛" lavender-pink edge
• Height: 35"
• Bloom Time: Mid-season (mid–late spring)
• Best Use: Cut flowers, borders, high-contrast plantings
• USDA Zones: 3–10
• Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Deer, Rodent & Rabbit Resistant
• Drought Tolerant: Yes
• USA Grown

Planting Instructions

• Plant in a full sun, well-drained location.
• Do not plant too deep — the rhizome top should be at or just at the soil surface; roots face downward.
• Space approximately 18" apart for mass plantings.
• Does best in average to evenly moist, well-draining soil. Will not tolerate standing water.

Care Tips

• Iris are heavy feeders — fertilize in early spring and again in late summer.
• Divide clumps every 3–4 years (August) to maintain vigor.
• Watch for iris borer; treat promptly if detected.
• Caution: Harmful if eaten.