Victoria Falls Bearded Iris

Name: Victoria Falls Bearded Iris
Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
SKU: 22676
Price: 37.99 USD
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Iris germanica 'Victoria Falls'

Nature Hills Nursery

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Give this Iris at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight to ensure strong stems and reliable reblooming. While it tolerates light afternoon shade in hot climates, too much shade results in floppy foliage and fewer blue blossoms.
Soil: Choose a spot with excellent drainage because sitting in water will cause the rhizomes to rot like a soft potato. If you have heavy clay, mix in organic compost or plant the rhizomes on a slight mound to keep the top of the plant dry.

Watering Requirements

Water your new Iris weekly during its first growing season so the roots can reach deep into the soil. Once established, these plants are very drought tolerant and only need supplemental water during extended dry spells or when the rebloom cycle begins. Avoid overwatering or keeping the soil soggy, as this leads to bacterial soft rot and plant stress.

Pruning Tips

Victoria Falls is a consistent rebloomer that produces flowers on the current season's stalks, so you should cut the entire flower stalk down to the base as soon as the first wave of flowers fades. This cleanup signals the plant to put energy back into the rhizome for a second show later in the season. In late autumn, trim the leaves into a 6 inch tall fan shape to remove hiding spots for pests like the Iris borer.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, low nitrogen fertilizer like a 5-10-10 blend in early spring before the first buds appear and again after the initial flowering finishes. Do not use high nitrogen lawn fertilizers or fresh manure near the rhizomes. Excess nitrogen forces fast, weak growth that is highly susceptible to disease and reduces the overall bloom count.

Delivery and Shipping

Preorder Shipping Schedule

We ship your plants when it's safe to transport them to your zone. Dates are estimated and subject to weather delays.

Zone 3-4	Week of March 30th
Zone 5	Week of March 16th
Zone 6-12	Week of March 2nd

Shipping Rates

Ships in 7-10 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected

Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
$199+	FREE

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

The German Iris Victoria Falls Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Victoria Falls') features a ruffled light blue self with a white single patch adorning its fancy petals! It is outstanding for its unusual color, design, and sturdy, vigorous growth habit. This true-blue beauty is dreamy and one of the tallest Tall Bearded Irises you will find! This re-bloomer also has a list of awards including the Dykes Memorial Medal for its outstanding beauty and strength!

You'll find yourself falling for the Victoria Falls Tall Bearded Iris when it blooms in early spring and again in late spring. These large flowers feature cornflower blue standards with falls that melt from cream to rich blue ruffled edges. Pollinators tumble over these exquisite blooms, too. They love how easy it is to land on the Victoria Falls Tall Bearded Iris's wide falls or enjoy a fly-by-sip from their glowing centers.

Long blooming in late spring and early summer, with handsome green sword-like foliage, sending up tall, straight stems, they bloom in mid-spring for a 2 - 3 week period. Plant Bearded Iris rhizomes in 10 to 14-day intervals to enjoy a continuous supply of cut flowers! Butterflies and bees, a few Hummingbirds will drop by for a treat!

Victoria Falls is wonderfully cold and heat resistant throughout USDA planting zones 3 to 9, growing up to 3 feet in height when in bloom, but only spreading by way of underground rhizomes, forming clumps 2 feet wide. Deer, rabbits, squirrels, and most pests and diseases will rarely bother these hardy perennial bulbs!

Planting and Application:

The soft and elegant Victoria Falls Tall Bearded Iris will add exquisite beauty to your garden as an addition to your foundation border or as a mass planting in an accent garden bed. This ravishing iris also does wonders for a cottage garden or planted on an embankment.

Add a smile to your mail carrier's day by letting the Victoria Falls Tall Bearded Iris greet them beside your mailbox. This Tall Bearded Iris is the ideal height to accent your mailbox.

The Iris plant is perfect for border accents, naturalizing in drifts, and ornamental groupings throughout the sun garden! For a more striking effect, plant them in groups of 20 or more or in long winding rows! The tall sword-like blades of greenery become a formal green backdrop for other plants long after their bold flowers fade.

Pollinator Gardens and Cut Flower borders, Cottage gardens, and Rock gardens alike benefit from these pastel-ruffled blooms! Adding formality and romance to your landscape, containers, and gardens large and small! And did we mention these blooms smell amazing? That's right! The Victoria Falls Tall Bearded Iris isn't just beautiful and brawn but offers a feast of sweet scents all spring long.

One of The Most Popular Iris
Ravishing Blue Blooms Atop One of the Tallest Irises
Soft Ruffled Petals
Sword-Like Green Upright Foliage
Pollinator-Friendly Long-Lasting Blooms
Groupings, Border Gardens, Sunny Landscapes & Containers

#ProPlantTips For Care

Iris are so easy to grow and Victoria Falls enjoys full or partial sun (in hotter climates) and well-drained soil. These Iris are easy to grow and thrive in moist, well-draining soil. Provide regular moisture during the growing season and supplemental moisture during prolonged drought and heat.

In cold areas, Iris should be top-dressed with 3-4 inches of arborist mulch, especially in winter to protect them from frost. Deadhead the flowers as they fade and trim back the foliage in the autumn. Every 3-5 years, divide the clumps and rearrange the rhizomes to keep them in tight formation and to prevent them from being buried too deeply, preferring to be planted more shallowly in the ground. It is a hardy, disease and drought-resistant plant.

Easy To Grow In Full Sun
Moderate Moisture Needs & Drought Tolerant Once Established
Most Well-Drained Soil
Deadhead After Flowers Fade & Trim Stems in Late Autumn
Deer, Squirrel & Rabbit Resistant
Hardy & Disease Resistant

Let the Victoria Falls Tall Bearded Iris take you on a faraway adventure without leaving the comfort of your garden. The stunning sight of its flowers and its sweet aroma will transport you to a dreamland filled with waterfalls and butterflies. The classic Bearded Iris that blooms for months, Victoria Falls Iris brings ruffled beauty to your sun gardens with ease! Order quality bareroot Iris rhizomes now at NatureHills.com!

Information About Bare Root Iris

Plant Iris about 15-18 inches apart. Bare root Iris are shipped as nice fresh-cut divisions with two to three fans of green tops. Keep in mind each Iris variety can have slightly different-sized roots.

When planting, make sure 1/3rd of the rhizome is exposed to sunlight with the roots buried underneath. Note, that it's best to cover the rhizome with a thin layer of mulch or leaves to protect it during the coldest months but make sure to uncover them in the spring.

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