Actor

‘Actor’ (Paul Black, 2011) is a remarkable SDB iris that commands attention with its bold, saturated color and dramatic patterning. Reaching 15.5" (39 cm), this early to midseason bloomer features standards of deep burgundy with darker midribs and veins, accented by a buff patch at the base heavily sanded in burgundy. The style arms are a rich burgundy edged in mid-tan, while the falls showcase a vivid dark burgundy with pronounced veining and a mid-yellow patch around the beard, intricately dotted and veined in dark brown, plus a small violet flash at the beard’s end. The beards themselves are a striking blend: white at the base, transitioning to light-violet tips and old gold in the lower half. With its painterly, high-contrast palette and pedigree from ‘Ghost Ship’ X ‘Fido’ sibling, ‘Actor’ is a true garden showpiece—perfect for collectors and anyone seeking a dynamic, conversation-starting addition to their landscape. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Edge Trim, Speckled, Veining