Tall Bearded Iris 'Thornbird' - Horned Iris with Green-Tan Falls & Violet Horns | 37" Tall

Unusual. Unforgettable. Thornbird is not your average iris—it’s a conversation starter and a collector’s dream. This award-winning horned iris conjures drama with striking dark violet "horns" that jut out from the beards like talons, giving it a rare and exotic flair.

The palette is an elegant blend of ecru and greenish tan, soft and smoky in the standards and deepening in the falls. These earthy tones create a delicate, ghostly beauty that pairs beautifully with purples, creams, and other unusual hues in the garden.

A prolific bloomer, Thornbird often sends up more than one stem per rhizome, rewarding gardeners with a generous mid-to-late season display. Winner of the prestigious Dykes Medal in 1997, this iris is as dependable as it is distinct.

Plant Specifications:

• Type: Tall Bearded (TB)

• Style: Blend (Horned Iris)

• Color: Yellow / Ecru / Green-Tan with Violet Horns

• Originator: Byers, Monty

• Year Introduced: 1989

• Bloom Season: Midseason Late

• Fragrant: No

• Rebloom: No

• Awards: HM '91, AM '93, WM '96, DM '97 (Dykes Medal Winner)

• Height: 37"