Earl Of Essex

Earl Of Essex is a distinguished tall bearded iris introduced by Lloyd Zurbrigg in 1979, renowned for its early bloom and reblooming capabilities, particularly noted for its late September display in Virginia. Standing at 35 inches (89 cm), this iris captivates with its lightly ruffled and fluted white petals, intricately veined and stippled with orchid violet on the standards. The falls are elegantly bordered with a precise 1/3-inch orchid-violet edge, complemented by a pale orange beard infused with pale violet. Its lineage includes notable varieties such as Crinkled Ivory, Autumn Sensation, Grand Baroque, Sky Queen, and Violet Classic. Awarded an Honorable Mention in 1983, Earl Of Essex is a testament to exquisite breeding and is exclusively available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Fertile, Historic, Rebloomer, Ruffled, Veining Awards: Honorable Mention Rebloomer This cultivar is a known rebloomer. Known Rebloom Zones: Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10, Zone 4b Rebloom Confidence: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐