This 1-gallon pot of Germanica Maid of Orange Iris is a bearded beauty grown in zones 4-9. Creamy orange flowers with paprika-colored beards make a stunning addition to any garden.
Iris Germanica 'Maid of Orange
Iris Germanica 'Maid of Orange' is a beautiful bearded iris with creamy orange flowers and paprika-colored beards. It is a popular choice for gardeners because it is easy to grow and care for, and it blooms profusely in late spring or early summer.
Iris Germanica 'Maid of Orange'
Iris Germanica 'Maid of Orange' grows to a height of 2-3 feet and a width of 1-2 feet. It has sword-shaped leaves that are a deep green color. The flowers are 4-6 inches in diameter and have three falls and three standards. The falls are creamy orange with paprika-colored beards, and the standards are a lighter orange color.
Iris Germanica 'Maid of Orange' prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established, but it benefits from regular watering during the growing season. Fertilize Iris Germanica 'Maid of Orange' in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Iris Germanica 'Maid of Orange' is relatively pest and disease resistant. However, it is important to inspect your plants regularly for any problems.
Here are some ideas for using Iris Germanica 'Maid of Orange' in your garden:
- Plant Iris Germanica 'Maid of Orange' in a border or mass planting.
- Use Iris Germanica 'Maid of Orange' to accent other plants in your garden.
- Plant Iris Germanica 'Maid of Orange' in a container or planter and place it on your patio or deck.
- Create a rainbow garden with Iris Germanica 'Maid of Orange' and other bearded irises in different colors.
No matter how you choose to use it, Iris Germanica 'Maid of Orange' is a beautiful and versatile plant that will add a touch of color and charm to your garden.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
