War Chief Bearded Iris
Iris 'War Chief'
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| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $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
War Chief Bearded Iris highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Flower Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
Growing Zones 4-9
Rich deep-red blooms of the reblooming War Chief Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'War Chief') are top to bottom a dark, brick scarlet-red to smokey ruby red hue! Top to bottom, the flags and falls of this selection are through and through saturated color! The petals are wavy and curvy and have an illustrious sheen and fragrance too!
Pollinators and a few curious Hummingbirds will stop by for the nectar and you will love watching bumblebees dance in the fuzzy matching burgundy beards of each petal. You will frequently stop by for a whiff of the sweet Iris fragrance too!
The tall dark-green vertical spears rise up architecturally and become fantastic backdrops for the late summer bloom of these vigorous growers, long after the flowers fade. Cold and heat-hardy throughout USDA planting zones 4 to 9, these Bearded Iris grow up to 3 feet in height when in bloom but the clumps of rhizomes spread just 1-2 feet at maturity.
Planting and Application:
War Chief is perfect for perennial and Cottage beds, pollinator gardens, and mixed perennial borders in the sun or part shade! Enhance your home's foundation with these upright low-maintenance perennials. Add rows to the back of garden borders to highlight all other plants delightfully all growing season! Groupings also maximize this incredible hue!
Add some intriguing color to a cutting garden for elegant bouquet blooms! The brick-red color mixed beautifully in the vase with smokey pinks, other brooding reds, bruised plums, and purples, muted yellow and orange, and hazy blues. Keep the theme going by mixing War Chief with Cinco de Mayo™ Rose, Twilite Prairieblues™ False Indigo, Rainbow Rhythm® Ruby Spider Daylily, and Artisan™ Red Ombre Coneflowers.
Small space garden plots and containers 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 not to let them be the ones getting smothered! Bearded Iris can tolerate a bit of higher moisture as well as handle drought, so plant them around a Rain Garden or water feature or in the Rock Garden. Iris even works beautifully as a vertical element and spring thriller in container garden combinations
- Saturated Dark Red Blooms
- Fragrant & Intriguing Cut Flowers
- Vigorous Upright Growth
- Vibrant Green Spear-Like Foliage
- Space-Saving & Great in Containers
- Rows, Borders, Edging, Groupings, Easy En Masse & Pollinator Gardens
#ProPlantTips for Care:
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! German Iris loves full sun and in hotter climates appreciates some part shade in the afternoon. 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 as their rhizomes prefer to be partly out of the soil when planted.
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, ensure 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.
- Full Sun & Afternoon Shade
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Well-Drained Rich Soil
- Deadhead After Flowers Fade & Trim Stems in Late Autumn
- Pest, Deer & Rabbit-Resistant
Rely on quality Bearded Iris rhizomes of War Chief Iris for your garden this year and gain incredible flower power all summer! Order today from NatureHills.com and we guarantee delivery right on time for fall bulb planting season based on your growing zone and climate!
