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Dracula Deep Purple to Near Black Bearded Iris
Iris germanica 'Dracula's Kiss'
Deep Purple to Near Black Bearded Iris
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With its deep and dark allure, this iris showcases rich plum-purple standards and falls that intensify to a striking black-purple hue. Complementing these regal, ruffled blooms are bold orange-red beards, adding vibrant pops of color to the scene. The plant's four-branched stems are prolific, bearing up to a dozen buds, creating a captivating display in both garden borders and bouquets.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Tolerates rock mulch.
- Deer resistant.
- Good for cut flowers.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Low maintenance.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Dracula Deep Purple to Near Black Bearded Iris get?
About 30-36" tall and 18" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Dracula Deep Purple to Near Black Bearded Iris need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Dracula Deep Purple to Near Black Bearded Iris need?
Moderate water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Dracula Deep Purple to Near Black 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 Dracula Deep Purple to Near Black Bearded Iris deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Dracula Deep Purple to Near Black 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 Dracula Deep Purple to Near Black 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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