Tall Bearded Iris 'Zandria': A 1995 Nebeker Introduction

Tall Bearded Iris 'Zandria' is an exotic cultivar introduced in 1995 by hybridizer Nebeker. Its name has a mysterious, faraway sound, and its flowers possess an alluring, unusual beauty.

Exotic Allure

'Zandria' produces large, ruffled flowers with a complex, blended color. Standards are a pale, smoky lavender. Falls are a deeper, mysterious violet-gray with a distinct, darker veining and a bronze beard. The overall effect is hazy, enigmatic, and captivating. Stems are 36 to 40 inches, well-branched, with 7-9 buds.

Garden Mystery

This iris adds an exotic touch to the garden. It grows vigorously in full sun with well-drained soil. 'Zandria' increases well and forms alluring clumps. Its unusual smoky color makes it a superb companion for silver, white, and deep purple plants.

Nebeker's Enigmatic Colors

Nebeker was known for exploring smoky, grayed, and mysterious colors. 'Zandria', introduced in 1995, is a fine example of his work in this atmospheric palette.