Pure As Gold Bearded Iris

Looking for a garden treasure that shines brighter than the sun? The Pure As Gold Bearded Iris (Iris × germanica 'Pure As Gold') is a show-stopping perennial that delivers radiant golden-yellow blooms with classic ruffled petals. This reblooming variety lights up the garden in late spring and can provide a second wave of flowers later in the season. With its vibrant color, tall upright stalks, and soft Iris fragrance, it's no wonder this beauty is a favorite among gardeners.

This hybrid Iris dazzles with sword-like blue-green foliage that remains handsome long after the flowers fade. As part of the Bearded Iris family, its "beards" add a touch of texture and flair, making every bloom a masterpiece.

Native to Europe but beloved worldwide, the Bearded Iris has a rich history in art, symbolism, and garden culture, often representing hope, faith, and wisdom.

Key Features

Belonging to the Iridaceae family, these plants are distant cousins to Gladiolus and Crocosmia, sharing the same stately elegance that makes them unforgettable in the landscape.

• Reblooming perennial with golden-yellow flowers
• Fragrant, ruffled blooms with textured "beards"
• Grows 2-3 feet tall and 1-2 feet wide
• Sword-like blue-green foliage adds structure

Landscaping Uses

The Pure As Gold Bearded Iris is a mid-sized perennial perfect for borders, beds, and container plantings where color and form are needed. Its clumping, vertical growth habit makes it ideal for garden borders, cutting gardens, or anywhere you want a bold splash of color.

• Stunning border accent
• Pollinator-friendly nectar source
• Beloved for cut flowers and borders
• Adds structure to perennial beds
• Pairs beautifully with Roses, Lilies, and Daylilies

Care & Maintenance

Hardy in USDA zones 3-10, this is an herbaceous perennial that thrives in sunny spots and rewards gardeners with dazzling blooms. Known for its toughness, it handles a range of soils as long as drainage is good.

• Planting Time: Best planted in late summer to early fall
• Sun Requirements: Full sun for best bloom production
• Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil - avoid compact or soggy ground
• Moisture Needs: Moderate moisture, test with the Finger Test; water regularly during the first year to establish
• Arborist Mulch: Apply a 3-4 inch layer of organic mulch for root protection and moisture control learn why here
• Fertilization Needs: Balanced fertilizer or compost in early spring and again after flowering
• Pruning Info: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming and cut back foliage in late fall learn about deadheading here
• Division Info: Divide every 3-4 years to prevent overcrowding and maintain vigor - Read more on transplanting Iris here
• Special Perks: Deer and rabbit-resistant, drought-tolerant once established, and low maintenance

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Gleaming With Golden Charm

The Pure As Gold Bearded Iris is truly a golden jewel for gardeners who crave bold color, reblooming beauty, and easy care. Plant it once, and you'll enjoy brilliant golden blooms for years to come. Order your Pure As Gold Bearded Iris today from and let your garden get its glow on!