{"product_id":"bearded-iris-califlora-superstition-rhizomes","title":"Bearded Iris Califlora Superstition – Almost Black Reblooming Iris Rhizomes (3 or 9 pack)","description":"\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBearded Iris Superstition – Mysterious Almost-Black Reblooming Iris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVelvety midnight-purple petals, dramatic ruffled blossoms, sultry fragrance, and a whole lot of cottage garden WOW!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA little mystery. A little magic. And a whole lot of breathtaking beauty!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeet \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBearded Iris Superstition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a spectacular dark purple Iris with flowers so richly colored they appear almost black.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you love dramatic garden flowers, moody color palettes, and extraordinary perennials that make visitors stop and stare, this gorgeous Bearded Iris is for you!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts magnificent blossoms feature \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeep, velvety purple petals with beautifully ruffled edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating a luxurious appearance that's both romantic and mysterious.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd the fragrance?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbsolutely enchanting!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperstition is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efragrant Bearded Iris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, bringing a lovely sensory element to its unforgettable floral display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32–36 inches tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, its elegant flowering stems rise above sword-shaped foliage, adding height, structure, and spectacular dark color to spring borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven better, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperstition is a reblooming variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with the potential to flower again later in the growing season under favorable conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlmost-Black Flowers with Dramatic Cottage Garden Charm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDreaming of a garden with a little dark romance?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperstition delivers!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts extraordinary flowers are such a deep shade of purple that they can appear nearly black, especially in certain lighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe beautifully ruffled petals add wonderful texture, while the rich coloring creates a dramatic contrast against surrounding greenery and lighter flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Superstition beside white, lavender, blush pink, or golden-yellow blooms to make its dark petals stand out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a particularly striking combination, pair it with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBearded Iris Blatant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, as recommended by the supplier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a captivating display filled with contrast and cottage garden personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrant, Reblooming \u0026amp; 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Fall reblooming is possible but not guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Love Bearded Iris Superstition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNearly Black Flowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Deep, dark purple blossoms create dramatic garden color.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully Ruffled Petals:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Luxurious flower form adds texture and romance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLovely Fragrance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A wonderful choice for fragrant perennial borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReblooming Potential:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e May produce additional flowers later in the growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Reaches approximately 32–36 inches tall.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrought-Tolerant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A resilient perennial once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeer- \u0026amp; Rabbit-Resistant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally less appealing to browsing wildlife.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpectacular Garden Contrast:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gorgeous alongside lighter-colored Irises and cottage garden perennials.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBearded Iris Superstition Details \u0026amp; Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bearded Iris Superstition\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Iris 'Superstition'\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Reblooming Bearded Iris Rhizome\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3–10\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReblooming Range:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Zones 5–10, When Conditions Are Favorable\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 32–36 Inches\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Deep Purple, Appearing Almost Black\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Form:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Beautifully Ruffled\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSun Exposure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full Sun to Light Shade\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low Once Established\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrought Tolerance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRabbit Resistance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Bloom Season:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spring\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePotential Rebloom Season:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Later in the Growing Season\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well-Draining Soil\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreferred Planting Season:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Late Summer to Early Fall\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest Uses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cottage Gardens, Dramatic Borders, Fragrant Gardens, Cutting Gardens \u0026amp; Drought-Tolerant Landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen \u0026amp; How to Plant Bearded Iris Superstition Rhizomes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to bring a little magic to your garden?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBearded Irises grow from thick, fleshy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erhizomes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rather than traditional flower bulbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe secret to success is planting them shallowly and providing excellent drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a Sunny Spot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun encourages the strongest flowering, although light shade is tolerated.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrepare the Soil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Select a well-draining garden bed and avoid areas that remain wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Shallowly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spread the roots beneath the rhizome, leaving its upper surface at or just above soil level.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow Room to Grow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Space rhizomes approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12–18 inches apart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater After Planting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water to help establish roots, then avoid keeping the soil constantly soggy.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep Rhizomes Uncovered:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avoid deep mulch or excess soil over the rhizome.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Planting Bearded Iris rhizomes too deeply can reduce flowering and encourage rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Encourage Reblooming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to give Superstition the best chance of flowering again?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide plenty of sunshine, remove spent flower stalks, and leave healthy foliage intact after blooming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough this variety is drought-tolerant, supplemental watering during extended dry spells can help support the growth needed for potential reblooming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer, which may encourage foliage instead of flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDivide crowded clumps every few years as needed to maintain healthy, vigorous plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Cottage Garden Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate a moody, romantic garden filled with mysterious purple flowers!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a spectacular display, plant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBearded Iris Califlora Superstition in groups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e along sunny perennial borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts nearly black blossoms look especially beautiful beside \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhite Peonies, pale lavender Salvia, golden Alliums, and blush-pink cottage garden flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a striking Iris combination, plant Superstition alongside \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBearded Iris Blatant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe contrasting colors will make Superstition's extraordinary dark petals even more dramatic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaryland Gardeners:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Superstition is well suited to many Maryland gardens within its listed Zones 3–10. Plant rhizomes in full sun or light shade, ideally in late summer or early fall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause Maryland summers can be humid, provide good air circulation and avoid burying the rhizomes. For the best chance of reblooming, water during prolonged dry spells while maintaining excellent drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePet Safety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bearded Irises are toxic to cats and dogs if ingested, particularly the rhizomes. Keep plants and rhizomes away from curious pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMidnight-Purple Blossoms. Luxurious Ruffled Petals. Enchanting Fragrance. 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