Fringe of Gold Tall Bearded Iris
Iris germanica 'Fringe of Gold'
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| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Fringe of Gold Tall Bearded Iris highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateFast
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pruning Time
Growing Zones 3-9
Shining like gold in the garden! The Bearded Iris Fringe of Gold (Iris germanica 'Fringe of Gold') is a golden delight! Featuring fragrant yellow falls and flags that are as bright as the summer sun! Each ruffled and wavy petal is bedecked with a stripe of pure white to add to the blinding brilliance of these blossoms!
The tall, dark-green, vertical sword-like leaves grow in dense clumps, rising up as fantastic backdrops for the late spring till summer blooms! Incredibly easy to grow and tolerant of a wide range of growing zones, soil types and moisture availability; Iris are perfect for novice and experienced gardeners alike!
Planting and Application:
Fringe of Gold is perfect for pollinator gardens and perennial borders, perennial and cottage beds, in both sun or part shade! Add to a cutting garden for elegant floral arrangement additions! Enhance your home's foundation or a fenceline with these upright low-maintenance perennials. Back of garden borders highlight other plants delightfully all growing season!
Small space garden plots gain height and color with these small footprint plants. Don';t worry about over-crowding, because Iris rhizomes won't mind sharing, just be sure to not let them be the ones getting smothered! They tolerate moisture so plant them around a Rain Garden or water feature. You can even use Iris in containers and planters!
- Brilliant White & Golden Yellow Blooms
- Fragrant & Vigorous Growth
- Vibrant Green Sword-Like Leaves
- Space-Saving Upright Growth
- Rows, Borders, Edging, Containers & Pollinator Gardens
#ProPlantTips for Care:
German Iris loves full sun and part shade, appreciating the latter when planted in the hottest of its preferred USDA zones 4-9. Iris are highly adaptable to soil and water, just be sure to water well to get established. They also appreciate a protective layer of mulch.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Adaptable Moisture & Soil Needs
- Mulch Well
- Deadhead for Repeat Bloom
- Divide Every Few Years
Put a shine on your garden this year with Fringe of Gold Iris! Order quality Bearded Iris rhizomes from Nature Hills and get guaranteed delivery right on time for fall bulb planting season based on your growing zone and climate!
