Zone: 4
Height: 25cm [10in]
Spread: 15cm [6in]; will branch annually, forming a large clump
Bloom: May-June; very dark, rich wine-purple with light purple "beard", fragrant, showy
Foliage: Mint green
Light: Full sun
Water: Average
Soil: Moist, humusy, well-drained
Garden Location: Front border, edging of path or patio
Iris 'Rothschild Purple' (Dwarf bearded iris)
Selection from historic Rothschild House in Port Townsend, Washington. These dwarf iris are very vigorous with exceptionally large rhizomes ready to branch and send up blooms.