Ida Red

Ida Red (Bruce Clark, 1978) is a tall bearded iris reaching 36" (91 cm) with an early midseason bloom. This variety features deep red-wine standards and falls, complemented by a gold-bronze beard. Bred from Adam X Fire Ruby, Ida Red is notable for its rich, saturated color and elegant form. Recognized with an Honorable Mention in 1981, it was also a favorite guest in 1980. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Guardian Garden, Historic, Rebloomer Awards: Honorable Mention Rebloomer This cultivar is a known rebloomer. Known Rebloom Zones: Zone 6, Zone 8 Rebloom Confidence: ⭐⭐⭐ 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.