Coal Tar

Coal Tar (Keith Keppel, 2021) is a remarkable intermediate bearded iris that commands attention with its dramatic, blue-black standards and falls, each boasting a silky, slightly velvety finish. The style arms glow in deep concord, crested with blue-black and edged in slate purple, while the beards layer mustard, slate, and white, ending in a vivid urania blue. Standing 24" tall and blooming from early midseason to late, this cultivar is a true garden showpiece—bold, color-forward, and visually commanding. Bred from ‘Black Lipstick’ x ‘Dark Matter’ and honored with an AIS Honorable Mention in 2024, Coal Tar is a collector-grade addition for those seeking a dynamic, field-stopping iris with pedigree-worthy presence. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Edge Trim Awards: Honorable Mention