Reblooming Bearded Iris
Reblooming Bearded Iris: Double the Blooms, Double the Joy
Why settle for one season of color when you can have two? Reblooming Bearded Iris (often called Remontant Iris) are a special category of iris with the unique genetic ability to flower in the spring and then produce a second spectacular show in the late summer or autumn. At Firefly Farm & Mercantile, we curate the hardiest reblooming varieties that are proven to perform in the challenging climates of the Driftless Region, giving you an extended season of "rainbow" beauty.
The Secret to Successful Remontancy
Because reblooming irises work twice as hard as standard varieties, they require a little extra care to fuel their second performance. These "overachievers" of the garden benefit from consistent moisture and a mid-summer boost of fertilizer after their first bloom has finished. By providing these essential nutrients, you encourage the rhizome to develop the new stalks needed for a stunning late-season encore. Like all bearded iris, our rebloomers are drought-tolerant once established and feature the same iconic "beards" and intricate patterns that make this genus a garden legend.
Quick Reblooming Iris Growing Facts:
- Bloom Cycles: Primary bloom in late spring; secondary bloom in late summer, fall, or even early winter in milder years.
- Hardiness: Reliable in USDA Zones 4-9 (northern gardeners should focus on "early" rebloomers).
- Sunlight: Full sun is absolutely essential (6-8+ hours) to provide the energy needed for reblooming.
- Soil Preference: Well-drained soil is a must; raised beds are ideal for preventing rhizome rot.
- Expert Tip: Don't let your rebloomers go completely dormant in the heat of July! While standard irises can handle a summer "nap," keeping your rebloomers slightly watered during dry spells is the key to triggering that second round of fall flowers.
Explore our selection of reblooming tall bearded iris below. Every rhizome is a healthy, northern-grown division ready to bring multiple seasons of color to your landscape.
