Luck Be A Lady

Luck Be A Lady (Paul Black, 2019) is a captivating tall bearded iris that commands attention with its painterly blend of color and refined form. Reaching 37" (94 cm) and blooming midseason to late, this Honorable Mention winner (2023) features palest silvery lilac standards with a darker rib and a delicate rose plicata wash, edged in a narrow crystalline rim. The falls are luminous white, dramatically encircled by a bold ½" red-grape plicata band and accented with a V-shaped pattern around the beards. Style arms are edged in mid tan-gold, with crests and a mid violet-blue ridge adding further dimension. Beards glow with light violet bases and dull tangerine tips. A slight sweet fragrance completes its garden-showpiece appeal. With its pedigree from Circle of Light and Ballet Performance, Luck Be A Lady is a remarkable, exhibition-grade iris—perfect for collectors and those seeking a statement-making centerpiece for the landscape. Attributes: Edge Trim, Fragrant Awards: Honorable Mention