Blue Hour

Photo by Carlos Ayento; taken at Brighton Park Iris
Photo by Carlos Ayento; taken at Brighton Park Iris
Photo by Carlos Ayento; taken at Brighton Park Iris
Photo by Carlos Ayento; taken at Brighton Park Iris

ORIGINATOR: Schreiner

INTRODUCED: 2012

CLASS: Tall Bearded

HEIGHT: 36"

BLOOM SEASON: Midseason Late

DESCRIPTION: French blue standards; light azure falls; self beards.

PARENTAGE: JJ 612-2: (Captain's Joy x FF 473-A: (BB 136-4: (Silverado x Scandia Delight) x BB 134-1: (Honky Tonk Blues x P 346-A: (Startler x I 551-1, Laced Cotton sib)))) X JJ 463-1: (Crater Lake Blue x Monet's Blue)

AWARDS: None

PBF: Unknown

INTERESTING INFO:
From the 2012 Schreiner's Iris Lover's Catalog: Aptly named, Blue Hour refers to the special quality of light at twilight. From Monet's Blue line, this reverse amoena's uniform standards display elegant form. The graceful falls are adorned with a light azure. Thick substance and the impact of its French blue coloration make this a standout. Double-socketed buds produce 8-9 blossoms per stem. The overall effect is reminiscent of that magical hour of the day, l'heure bleue.