Are You Crazy

Are You Crazy (Paul Black, 2011) is a remarkable tall bearded iris that commands attention with its dynamic color play and refined form. Reaching 33" (84 cm), this early to midseason bloomer features mid-purple standards and matching style arms edged in plum, contrasted by dramatic dark purple falls with a vivid mid-purple band along the upper third. A white patch veined in purple alongside the beard adds a painterly touch, while the beards themselves transition from dark marigold in the throat to mid-marigold and finish in violet. The small, sculptural flowers exude a slight sweet fragrance, making Are You Crazy a memorable, garden-showpiece selection. Honored with an AIS Honorable Mention in 2014, this cultivar is a testament to Paul Black’s hybridizing mastery and is available from Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Edge Trim, Veining Awards: Honorable Mention