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Black Is Black Black-Purple Bearded Iris
Iris germanica 'Black is Black'
Black-Purple Bearded Iris
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Large blooms boast deep purple standards and almost black falls. Satiny texture and long lasting in a vase. Great in contrast with lighter colors.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Deer resistant.
- Good for cut flowers.
- Low maintenance.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Black Is Black Black-Purple Bearded Iris get?
About 30-36" tall and 24" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Black Is Black Black-Purple Bearded Iris need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Black Is Black Black-Purple Bearded Iris need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Black Is Black Black-Purple Bearded Iris grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Black Is Black Black-Purple Bearded Iris deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Black Is Black Black-Purple Bearded Iris in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Black Is Black Black-Purple Bearded Iris wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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