Awesome Alex

Awesome Alex (Tom Burseen, 2003) is a gallery-worthy Tall Bearded iris that brings a sophisticated, painterly presence to the garden. Reaching 36" (91 cm) and blooming from midseason to late, this cultivar features pearl white standards and white style arms touched with a delicate lavender wash. The falls showcase a creamy base with a refined violet (RHS 88C) overlay, melting into a creamy sand edge. Its bold bronze orange beards are dramatically accented by a large, fuzzy purple horn—an extraordinary detail that sets this iris apart. With a ruffled, sculptural form and a pedigree that includes an Honorable Mention (2007) and Award of Merit (2009), Awesome Alex is a collector-grade, exhibition-ready bloom that makes a memorable statement in any landscape. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Edge Trim, Fertile, Novelty, Ruffled, Space Age Awards: Award of Merit, Honorable Mention, TB's Place