Mission Ridge

Mission Ridge (Gordon Plough, 1972) is a gallery-worthy tall bearded iris that commands attention with its luminous white standards and dramatic falls—white at the center, seamlessly blending to a rich veronica violet edge. Standing at an impressive 38" (97 cm), this cultivar delivers a dynamic display from early through late bloom. The vivid yellow beard, tipped in white, adds a refined accent, while lightly fluted petals enhance its sculptural, painterly appeal. With a distinguished pedigree—('Pipes Of Pan' x 'Emma Cook') X 'Fuji's Mantle'—and accolades including Honorable Mention and Favorite Guest in 1976, Mission Ridge is a collector-grade, exhibition-ready centerpiece for any garden. Available from Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Edge Trim, Guardian Garden, Historic Awards: Favorite Guest, Honorable Mention 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.