Leprechaun's Delight

‘Leprechaun’s Delight’ (John Weiler, 1986) is a captivating SDB iris that commands attention with its luminous light cream-yellow standards and tailored falls, each adorned with a bold, darker yellow spot pattern at the center. A vivid blue beard adds a painterly pop of color, while a slight sweet fragrance enhances its garden appeal. This remarkable rebloomer, introduced by Rialto Gardens in 1987 and honored with an HM in 1989, delivers a dynamic display from early to late season and reliably reblooms in a wide range of climates (USDA Zones 4b, 5, 6, 9). With its pedigree from ‘Thrice Blessed’ x ‘Stitch Witch’, ‘Leprechaun’s Delight’ is a collector-grade, exhibition-worthy standout—perfect for adding a memorable, showpiece quality to any garden. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Fragrant, Guardian Garden, Historic, Rebloomer Awards: Honorable Mention Rebloomer This cultivar is a known rebloomer. Known Rebloom Zones: Zone 4b, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 9 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.