Darn Cute

Darn Cute (Paul Black, 2016) is a captivating SDB iris that commands attention with its vibrant, painterly color play and bold patterning. Reaching 15" (38 cm) and blooming early to midseason, this garden-showpiece features luminous, mid lemon-yellow standards adorned with sparse, dramatic dark plum plicata dots and a striking plum rib. The style arms are a deep red-plum, accented by a violet ridge for added depth. Falls are a brilliant lemon yellow, highlighted by a rich red-plum saddle-shoe plicata haft and a hazy plum edge, creating a high-contrast, graphic effect. The beard is a dynamic blend—white-based hairs, marigold in the throat, mid-yellow center, and a white tip—while a slight musky fragrance adds sensory appeal. With its pedigree-worthy lineage and remarkable color-forward design, Darn Cute is a standout addition to any collector’s or enthusiast’s garden. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Edge Trim, Fragrant