Tall Bearded Iris 'Grand Canyon Sunset' – Apricot-Violet, Iris Germanica Rhizome

Warm, luminous, and utterly captivating, Tall Bearded Iris 'Grand Canyon Sunset' (Iris germanica) paints the late spring border in gorgeous apricot and violet — a color combination as dramatic as the landscape it's named for. Like all bearded iris, it's a rhizome (not a bulb), thriving across Zones 3–10 with no chilling requirement, making it suitable for gardens from mild-winter regions to cold northern climates. Drought tolerant and low maintenance once established.

Plant Details

• Color: Apricot and violet (bicolor)
• Type: Tall Bearded Iris (Iris germanica)
• Bloom Time: Mid – late spring
• USDA Zones: 3–10
• Exposure: Full sun (pH near neutral, well-drained soil preferred)
• Drought Tolerant: Yes — good for low-rainfall areas
• No Cold Period Required
• USA Grown

Planting Instructions

• Plant in a full sun, well-drained location with near-neutral pH soil.
• Plant with the rhizome top exposed — roots face downward. In very light soils or extremely hot climates, covering with 1" of soil is acceptable.
• Firm soil around each rhizome and water well to settle.
• Will tolerate less drainage in drier areas.

Care Tips

• Fertilize in early spring and late summer.
• Divide clumps every 3–4 years (August) to maintain vigor.
• Drought tolerant — ideal for warm, dry climates with little summer rain.