Iris 'Actress'

Bearded irises have 'beards' on each of the falls (lower petals) of the flowers. Iris 'Actress' bears pale blue, tightly ruffled flowers with a lighter area towards the centre of the lower petals, in contrast with a bright orange beard. It's ideal for growing in a sunny mixed herbaceous border or gravel garden, and makes an excellent cut flower.

For best results grow Iris 'Actress' in well-drained soil in full sun, and mulch with well-rotted manure or garden compost annually.