Iris germanica 'Valentino' ~ Valentino Bearded Iris size-9-ft Europe and temperate Asia

Europe and temperate Asia

The small purple flowers are insignificant

Its white flat  flower clusters bloom in spring and can give way to berries if pollinated

Plants may go dormant in the summer heat

2020-04-11 15 07 54 A garden with several different types of flowers blooming in spring along Tranquility Court in the Franklin Farm section of Oak Hill

Iris germanica 'Valentino' ~ Valentino Bearded Iris size-9-ft Europe and temperate AsiaValentino Bearded Iris is a bulbless perennial with upright, sword like blue green foliage. In late spring and early summer, tall stems bear large, ruffled flowers with bronze red standards and deep marron to ruby red falls highlighted by a rich yellow beard. Prefers partial sun and rich, moist well drained soils. Type: Perennial Origins: southern Europe, and Mediterranean Height: 2. 5' 3' Spread: 1. 5' 2' Spacing: 1. 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 9