Savannah Sunset Bearded Iris

Savannah Sunset Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Savannah Sunset')

Savannah Sunset Bearded Iris delivers intense orange blooms with matching orange beards on sturdy stems in late spring. Upright, sword-like foliage provides clean structure before and after bloom for a bold accent in sunny borders.

Distinctive Features

Rich, saturated orange standards and falls with vivid beards read clearly from a distance, while gentle ruffling and strong stems enhance garden and vase performance.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun for best bud set and stem strength.
• Soil: Sharply drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil; avoid waterlogged sites.
• Water: Moderate; water to establish and during bud set, then allow soil to dry between soakings.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 9.
• Mature Size: About 2 to 3 ft tall and 1 to 2 ft wide.

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: Intense orange blooms create a standout seasonal centerpiece.
• Mixed Borders: Pairs with blue salvias, nepeta, and ornamental grasses.
• Cottage Gardens: Classic bearded iris form suits traditional plantings.
• Cut Flowers: Long, sturdy stems and showy blooms suit arrangements.
• Mass Plantings: Repeated clumps provide cohesive spring color.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Water deeply during active growth and bud set; reduce afterward to prevent rot.
• Pruning: Remove spent stalks promptly; trim fans to 6 inches after fall cleanup.
• Fertilizing: Apply a light, low nitrogen feed in early spring and again after bloom.
• Mulching: Use a thin mulch only; keep rhizome tops exposed to sun and air.
• Notes: Divide clumps every 3 to 4 years in midsummer to maintain vigor and flowering.

Why Choose Savannah Sunset Bearded Iris?

• Vivid Color: Intense orange petals and beards for high-impact displays.
• Architectural Foliage: Sword-like fans add structure beyond bloom.
• Sun-Loving: Thrives in bright, well drained sites with modest inputs.
• Cut-Flower Ready: Durable stems and striking blooms for indoor display.
• Dependable: Vigorous clumps with strong garden performance.

Plant rhizomes slightly exposed in full sun with sharp drainage, avoid overwatering, and divide periodically to keep clumps vigorous and floriferous.