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"Bloomed beautifully — exactly what the description promised. Came packaged perfectly and arrived healthy."
Standard Dwarf Bearded
BLACK LIGHTNING - 2009 - SDB
Hybridizer: Chapman (2009)
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Award of Merit - 2016A gorgeous and hardy ruffled black iris with a contrasting violet beard. It has four flowers per stalk and remains in bloom for a long time. Grows to 14.5', blooms early, reblooms and quickly forms clumps.
A Note from Bonnie Iris rhizomes are best divided and transplanted after the plants finish blooming and have enough time to store nutrition in their roots. July through September is the best time to dig them up in Ohio. All Iris are grown on my farm and shipped from my home, bareroot with foliage and roots attached. BONUS rhizomes are always included at an average rate of 1 for every 5 purchased...my choice. Bonniepetalswings.com
Planting Depth
Rhizome top exposed to sun
Spacing
12–18 inches apart
Soil
Well-drained, slightly alkaline
Water
Moderate — avoid overwatering
Fertilizer
Low nitrogen in early spring
Dividing
Every 3–4 years
Best Time to Plant
July through September
Companion Plants
Daylilies, Salvia, Lavender
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"My absolute favorite iris. Came back stronger every year — so worth it."
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"Beautiful color, vigorous grower. Bonnie's farm ships quality rhizomes."
Pairs Well With
Varieties that complement BLACK LIGHTNING - 2009 - SDB in the garden
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