Standard Dwarf Bearded Iris 'Smell the Roses': Byers' 1987 Fragrant Charm

'Smell the Roses' is a standard dwarf bearded iris (SDB) hybridized by Byers and registered in 1987. The name invites close inspection, promising a sweet fragrance—a trait not always present in dwarf irises but highly prized when it occurs.

Cultivar Details

• Family: Iridaceae (eye-rid-AY-see-ee)
• Genus: Iris (EYE-ris)
• Cultivar: Smell the Roses
• Hybridizer: Byers
• Registration Year: 1987

Byers was a notable hybridizer of dwarf and median irises. 'Smell the Roses' likely combines a delightful fragrance with the compact, floriferous habit typical of SDBs, making it a perfect choice for planting along pathways where its scent can be appreciated.