Wine Festival Bearded Iris
Iris × germanica ‘Wine Festival’
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| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150 - $198.99 | $24.99 |
| $199+ | FREE |
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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.
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Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
- Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
- Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases
Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Cold hardy, Low Maintenance, Flowering, Deer-resistant, Drought resistant, Slopes/Erosion Control, Attracts pollinators, and Container Friendly
Specifications
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Growth RateModerate
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring, Late Spring
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Does Not Ship ToAK, HI, ID, MT
Planting & Care Instructions
Planting & Care Instructions
Growing Zones 3-9
Raise a toast in your garden with the Wine Festival Bearded Iris (Iris × germanica 'Wine Festival'), a bold and elegant perennial that celebrates the season in style! Growing 3-4 feet tall and 1-2 feet wide, this beauty flaunts luxurious ruffled blooms in rich burgundy-wine shades kissed with creamy white highlights. Each petal is uniquely patterned, creating a painterly effect that draws attention from across the yard. Fragrant, with a lightly sweet scent, these stunning flowers arrive in late spring to early summer and may rebloom in favorable conditions.
Part of the famed Bearded Iris family, 'Wine Festival' is a hybrid bred for dramatic color and dependable performance. Its sword-like blue-green foliage provides strong vertical lines that remain attractive long after flowering. Clump-forming and rhizomatous, it multiplies over the years, producing even bigger and more show-stopping displays of blooms.
With roots in centuries-old European hybridization, Bearded Irises belong to the Iridaceae family and are cultural icons of royalty and faith. The Iris has long symbolized valor, wisdom, and hope, with relatives like Siberian Iris and Dutch Iris also adored in gardens worldwide. 'Wine Festival' is an award-winning addition that carries on this legacy with showmanship and charm worthy of its name!
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Key Features
- Perennial with sword-like foliage
- Burgundy wine and creamy white ruffled blooms
- Fragrant with a sweet, subtle aroma
- Blooms late spring to early summer, may rebloom in late summer
- Grows 3-4 feet tall and 1-2 feet wide
- Deer and rabbit resistant
Landscaping Uses
Make a dramatic statement with Wine Festival Bearded Iris. Its tall stature and vivid blooms are perfect for creating focal points and garden drama.
- Tall accents in perennial borders
- Cottage and cutting gardens
- Grouped in mass plantings for impact
- Along walkways and garden entrances
- Pollinator-friendly landscapes
Care & Maintenance
Wine Festival Bearded Iris thrives in USDA zones 3-9. This herbaceous perennial is tough, drought-tolerant once established, and remarkably low-maintenance.
- Planting Time: Late summer to early fall for strong rhizome establishment
- Sun Requirements: Full sun produces the best blooms
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil is essential - does not tolerate wet or compact soil
- Moisture Needs: Moderate - use the Finger Test; new plantings need regular watering their first year
- Arborist Mulch: Add a 3-4 inch deep layer of mulch or bark chips - learn more here
- Fertilization Needs: Low-nitrogen fertilizer in early spring and after flowering; compost is also beneficial
- Pruning Info: Deadhead faded blooms, remove spent stalks, and cut foliage back in late fall
- Division Info: Divide clumps every 3-4 years in late summer to maintain vigor. Read more on transplanting Iris here
- Special Perks: Deer and rabbit resistant, drought-tolerant
Don't forget to order your Nature Hills Root Booster for lifelong mycorrhizal symbiotic root support.
Sip Into Color With Wine Festival
The Wine Festival Bearded Iris is a garden party all on its own - tall, showy, and richly hued. Its fragrant blooms and easy-care nature make it a must-have for iris lovers. Order your Wine Festival Bearded Iris and enjoy its luxurious color and fragrance in your garden today from NatureHills.com!
