Miniature Tall Bearded Iris 'Pug': Kalkwarf's 1999 Compact Companion

'Pug' is a miniature tall bearded iris (MTB) cultivar hybridized by Kalkwarf and registered in 1999. The name evokes the charming, compact dog breed—suggesting a cultivar with a sturdy, wrinkled (ruffled) face, a short, stocky stature (16-27 inches), and an endearing, pugnacious charm.

Cultivar Details

• Family: Iridaceae (eye-rid-AY-see-ee)
• Genus: Iris (EYE-ris)
• Cultivar: Pug
• Hybridizer: Kalkwarf
• Registration Year: 1999

MTB irises are the "table irises" of the bearded world—perfect for cutting and close-up viewing. Kalkwarf's 1999 'Pug' likely has the substance and ruffling of a much larger iris compressed into a dainty, perfectly proportioned package, making it a beloved companion for the front border.