Appalachian Spring

Appalachian Spring (Raymond Thomas, 1970) is a tall bearded iris reaching 38" (97 cm), blooming in the midseason to late period. This cultivar features a refined greenish white self (Nickerson 7/5GB 9/1) complemented by a vivid orange beard, creating a unique and elegant garden presence. Bred from Whole Cloth x blue seedling, Appalachian Spring was recognized with an Honorable Mention in 1972. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Guardian Garden, Historic Awards: Honorable Mention Guardian Garden (GG) This cultivar is a Guardian Garden Iris. Guardian Garden irises are endangered cultivars preserved through long-term stewardship rather than routine sale. Many of these varieties have been lost to time through attrition, discontinued propagation, or the disappearance of original growers, leaving only a few known living examples in cultivation. When a Guardian Garden variety is offered, it reflects that a sustainable stock level has finally been reached within our collection; availability remains intentionally limited to protect the cultivar’s future. We encourage collectors who value historic preservation to support the continued safeguarding of rare and endangered irises by joining the Historic Iris Preservation Society.