Tall Bearded Iris 'Fogbound': A 1997 Keppel Introduction

Tall Bearded Iris 'Fogbound' is an atmospheric cultivar introduced in 1997 by hybridizer Keppel. Its name perfectly captures the misty, ethereal quality of its flowers.

Misty Gray-Lavender Beauty

'Fogbound' produces large, lightly ruffled flowers with a soft, grayed lavender color. The standards are a pale, misty lavender. The falls are a slightly deeper, smoky lavender with a pale, almost white haft and a yellow beard. The overall effect is hazy, dreamy, and incredibly sophisticated. Stems are 36 to 40 inches, well-branched, with 7-9 buds.

Garden Atmosphere

This iris creates a calm, serene mood in the garden. It grows best in full sun with well-drained soil. 'Fogbound' is a good increaser and forms elegant clumps. Its unique grayed color is a superb foil for brighter flowers and silver foliage. It has won awards for its distinctive color and form.

Keppel's Atmospheric Palette

Keppel is a master of grayed, smoky, and "difficult" colors. 'Fogbound', introduced in 1997, is one of his most evocative creations, capturing the essence of a foggy morning in a flower.