Smith Rock Tall Bearded Iris Rhizome | Dramatic Purple & Gold Bearded Iris

Bold, dramatic, and unforgettable, Smith Rock was inspired by one of Oregon's most iconic landscapes—and it brings that same rugged beauty to the spring garden. Richly colored blooms with luxurious ruffled petals rise proudly above sturdy stems, creating a spectacular display that captures attention from the moment the first flower opens.

Known for its exceptional substance and outstanding garden performance, Smith Rock is the perfect choice for gardeners who appreciate striking color, strong growth, and dependable blooms. Whether planted as a standout specimen or combined with softer pastel varieties for contrast, this remarkable iris delivers breathtaking beauty season after season.

A favorite among collectors and home gardeners alike, Smith Rock transforms ordinary garden spaces into unforgettable spring landscapes filled with elegance and character.

💙 Why You'll Love It

• Rich, dramatic blooms with beautifully ruffled petals
• Strong stems and outstanding flower substance
• Dependable midseason blooming
• Creates a spectacular focal point in borders and perennial gardens
• Excellent for collectors and cottage garden enthusiasts
• Returns larger and more impressive each year

🌿 At a Glance

• Type: Tall Bearded Iris (TB)
• Color: Rich Purple with Golden Highlights (verify official color when we build the database)
• Bloom Time: Midseason
• Height: Approximately 38–40 inches
• Fragrant: No
• Reblooming: No
• Light Requirements: Full Sun
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9

🌱 Perfect Companion Plants

Catmint • Russian Sage • Lavender • White Peonies • Salvia • Alliums • Nepeta • Ornamental Grasses

📦 Order Includes

• 1 Premium Bare Root Iris Rhizome
• Healthy, field-grown planting stock
• Carefully inspected before shipping
• Planting instructions included

💙 Blue Buddha Farm Promise

Every iris rhizome is carefully hand-selected and inspected before shipping to ensure you receive healthy, vigorous planting stock. At Blue Buddha Farm, we're passionate about growing extraordinary flowers that bring years of beauty, joy, and inspiration to your garden.

🌞 Growing Tips

Plant in full sun with well-drained soil, leaving the top of the rhizome slightly exposed above the soil surface. Water while establishing, then enjoy this hardy perennial as it develops into an increasingly impressive clump with spectacular blooms each spring.

✨ A Note from Blue Buddha Farm

"Some flowers simply bloom. Others tell a story. Smith Rock reminds us of towering cliffs, golden sunsets, and the incredible beauty found in nature's wild places. Every spring, it brings a little piece of that wonder into the garden."