Chinook Winds

Chinook Winds (Thomas Johnson, 2002) is a remarkable tall bearded iris that commands attention with its luminous, painterly color palette and refined form. Reaching 42" (107 cm) and blooming midseason, this cultivar features light blue standards with a deeper base and rim, edged in a fine crystalline border. The blue-white falls are accented by slightly darker hafts and margins, while the gold and medium blue-violet beards end in a tiny white hook for a memorable finishing touch. Lightly laced petals, purple-based foliage, and a subtle spicy fragrance add to its sophisticated appeal. With a pedigree from 'Silent Screen' x 'Honky Tonk Blues', Chinook Winds is a garden-showpiece and award-winner, honored with an AIS Honorable Mention in 2005 and Favorite Guest in 2007. Perfect for collectors and those seeking a statement-making, exhibition-grade iris. Attributes: Edge Trim, Fragrant, Laced Awards: Favorite Guest, Honorable Mention