Dark Dream

Dark Dream (Gordon Plough, 1968) is a remarkable tall bearded iris that commands attention with its dramatic color play and bold presence. Reaching 33" (84 cm) and blooming in the early midseason, this cultivar features saturated victoria violet standards, while the falls are rendered in an even deeper, almost blackish-brown tone at the hafts, creating a high-contrast, gallery-worthy effect. The beard matches the falls and is tipped in mustard, adding a unique accent to the bloom. With its pedigree from Grand Alliance and Allegiance lines, Dark Dream is a collector-grade, field-stopping iris—perfect for those seeking a vivid, statement-making centerpiece for the garden. No noted fragrance or reblooming. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Guardian Garden, Historic Guardian Garden (GG) This cultivar is a Guardian Garden Iris. Guardian Garden irises are endangered cultivars preserved through long-term stewardship rather than routine sale. Many of these varieties have been lost to time through attrition, discontinued propagation, or the disappearance of original growers, leaving only a few known living examples in cultivation. When a Guardian Garden variety is offered, it reflects that a sustainable stock level has finally been reached within our collection; availability remains intentionally limited to protect the cultivar’s future. We encourage collectors who value historic preservation to support the continued safeguarding of rare and endangered irises by joining the Historic Iris Preservation Society.