Spirit of Memphis Tall Bearded Iris
Iris germanica 'Spirit of Memphis'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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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 |
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| 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
Spirit of Memphis Tall Bearded Iris highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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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 RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Fall
Growing Zones 3-9
Who knew Memphis was yellow at its core? The city of blues, country, and rock-n-roll deserves an Iris that glows as brightly as its spirit! The Spirit of Memphis Tall Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Spirit of Memphis').
This re-blooming Iris screams "Hello! Here I am! Isn't life beautiful?" With its vibrant yellows and easy-to-grow nature, this gardener's delight will brighten any gardener's or passerby's day, helping life be as brilliant as this easy-going Iris! Complemented by ever so slight dark purple streaks at the bases of their falls that accent the fuzzy yellow beards.
The Spirit of Memphis Tall Bearded Iris features multiple buds on each stem that erupt with buttery yellow blooms. The Spirit of Memphis Tall Bearded Iris's flowers are hefty in size and rich in color. They are awash with bright, bright yellow from their standards to their beards to their ruffled falls. This charmer has delicately veined white and mustard signals that encourage a closer look!
Hardy throughout USDA planting zones 3 to 9, and when in bloom this Tall Bearded Iris variety can reach 2-3 feet in height, and its clumps of sword-like green vertical foliage can spread 12-18 inches wide!
Planting and Application:
While its buttery color will evoke thoughts of popcorn, this yummy Iris smells much sweeter! Perfect addition to include gold blooms in your cut flower garden and floral arrangements! This sweet scent attracts smiles as well as a wide range of Pollinators and Hummingbirds! So, you can locate yours under your favorite window or along your foundation to enjoy loads of winged visitors!
This midseason bloomer will pop with sunshine in mid-spring and again in late summer. When this beauty isn't blooming, it still creates a lovely addition to an herbaceous border! It's even happy to add cheer to a sloped embankment where its deer-resistant and low-maintenance nature will come in handy.
Brighten your yard with this brilliant iris by using it as a glowing addition around your mailbox, birdbath, or garden bench. Add a pop of yellow to your cottage garden or yard with a mass planting of these. This gilded beauty works beautifully as a thriller and vertical element in the container garden too!
- Award-Winning Illuminated Violet Ruffled
- Refined Fragrant Cut Flowers
- Vertical Clumps of Green Sword-Like Foliage
- Attracts Pollinators & Hummingbirds
- Containers, Beds & Borders, Backdrops, Mass Plantings & Specimens
#ProPlantTips for Care:
The Spirit of Memphis Tall Bearded Iris prefers full sun or partial shade. So, you can locate yours under your favorite window or along your foundation. As long as it's planted in moderate to low moisture in quick-draining soil this Iris can perform well. Cover the roots with a 3-4 inch deep layer of mulch to hold moisture in the soil better and insulate the rhizomes.
For the best reblooms, provide your Spirit of Memphis Tall Bearded Iris with fertilizer in early spring and the beginning of July. This bubbly bloomer is drought-tolerant most of the year and likes deep watering after it blooms.
Information About Bare Root Iris
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. Container plants are well-grown in the nursery for several years in their container to establish a strong root system.
When planting Iris, which are best planted in early to mid-fall, 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/Partial Shade Locations
- Well-Drained Enriched Soil
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Deadhead After Flowers Fade & Prune Back in Late Autumn
- Seldom Bothered By Deer, Rabbits & Squirrels
Don't let your garden lack color. If you need a reliable bloomer that bursts with brilliant yellows, you need a Spirit of Memphis Tall Bearded Iris. Order one for yourself today with the help of NatureHills.com!
