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Key characteristics

Classification: Tall Bearded Iris (TB), Bicolor
Height: 4 feet
Width: 1 1/2 to 2 feet
Flower color: Bright gold with velvety dark red-black falls
Foliage color: Medium green, upright, sword-shaped foliage
Bloom time: Midseason to late season
Light: Full sun
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 8

Irises

Iris 'Rise Like A Phoenix'

Rise Like A Phoenix Iris

Iris 'Rise Like A Phoenix' is a tall bearded iris with fragrant, richly colored flowers that bloom from midseason into the later iris season. Golden standards are brushed with warm reddish brown, particularly near their bases, while the falls are an exceptionally deep burgundy-red that approaches black. A creamy patch beneath the beard breaks through the dark coloring, and golden-orange beards provide a warm central accent.

Light

Full sun

Water

Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Bloom time

Midseason to late season

Find this plant

Works well in

Cottage Gardens
Borders
Cut Flower Gardens
Walkways
Waterwise Gardens

Companion plants

Spirea · Shrub rose · Blue salvia · Coneflower · Yarrow · Lamb's ear · Creeping phlox

Design tip

Use 'Rise Like A Phoenix' where its dark falls can be seen against a lighter background rather than disappearing into deep green foliage. Pale stone, silver leaves, or softly colored neighboring flowers will help define the blooms and make their warm gold standards stand out.