Dutch Iris 'Apollo': Hommes' 1977 God of Light

'Apollo' is a Dutch iris cultivar (Iris x hollandica) hybridized by Hommes and registered in 1977. Named for the Greek god of the sun, light, and music, this cultivar likely radiates a brilliant, golden-yellow or clear, luminous color worthy of its divine namesake.

Taxonomic & Cultivar Details

• Family: Iridaceae (eye-rid-AY-see-ee)
• Genus: Iris (EYE-ris)
• Species: x hollandica (hol-LAN-dee-kuh)
• Cultivar: Apollo
• Additional Info: (PP4279)
• Hybridizer: Hommes
• Registration Year: 1977

Dutch irises are spring-blooming bulbs widely grown for the cut flower trade. 'Apollo' (with Plant Patent 4279) was a significant commercial introduction, likely offering a strong stem, long vase life, and a radiant color that lives up to the god of light.