Commando


  • 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

  • Photo by Carlos Ayento; taken at Brighton Park Iris

ORIGINATOR: Schreiner

INTRODUCED: 1986

CLASS: Tall Bearded

HEIGHT: 36"

BLOOM SEASON: Early to Mid

DESCRIPTION: S. silky red with subtle undertone infusion of henna; F. richer shading of S. color, center flushed damask red; old gold beard.

PARENTAGE: I 693-2: (Vitafire x Calypso Bay) X I 721-2: (C 568-AA: (unknown x Glowing Tiara) x E 949-A: (A 975-2 x Artist's Time sib))

AWARDS: None

PBF: None

INTERESTING INFO:
From the 1986 Schreiner's Iris Lover's Catalog: Ready for a raid into new color horizons, this distinctive flower stands out in any planting; even among the best red iris. The enchanting coloring is a bewitching blend of violet, fuchsia and damask red. The red tones are further accented by the prominent golden beard. An added extra touch - remarkable 6" florets bloom early and last throughout the season.