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