Arkenstone

Arkenstone (Douglas Kanarowski, 2021) is a commanding tall bearded iris that delivers a gallery-worthy display in the midseason garden. Reaching 39" (99 cm), this Honorable Mention winner (2025) captivates with pale yellow standards featuring a pink midrib and base, accented by upward pink veining. The golden yellow-orange style arms with a lavender core add a painterly touch, while the falls showcase a soft lavender-blue hue, lighter around the beard, and honey-golden-bronze shoulders edged by a distinctive ⅜" texas sandstone rim. Tangerine beards transition to yellow and finish in white, all set off by a diamond-dusted sheen and a subtle musky fragrance. With its pedigree from 'Return to Sender', 'Jaunty Dancer', and 'Arizona Cave Painting', Arkenstone is a remarkable, color-forward centerpiece for collectors and garden enthusiasts alike. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Awards: Honorable Mention