Tall Bearded Iris 'Decadence': A 2001 Blyth Introduction

Tall Bearded Iris 'Decadence' is a luxurious cultivar introduced in 2001 by hybridizer Blyth. Its name suggests indulgent excess, and its flowers deliver a rich, opulent experience.

Opulent Indulgence

'Decadence' produces large, heavily ruffled flowers with a complex, luscious color blend. Standards are a rich, creamy peach. Falls are a deep, velvety burgundy-red with a wide peach border and a gold beard. The contrast is sumptuous. Stems are 38 to 42 inches, very strong, well-branched, with 9-11 buds.

Garden Luxury

This iris is a dominant, vigorous plant. It thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. 'Decadence' increases well and forms luxurious clumps. Its rich, heavy substance and high bud count make it a premium garden and show iris.

Blyth's Decadent Art

Blyth (Barry Blyth) is known for breeding irises of exceptional substance, color depth, and plant power. 'Decadence', introduced in 2001, is a prime example of his "decadent" style—rich, heavy, and utterly compelling.