Nevada: The Silver State Iris Collection

Nevada – The Silver State Collection

Celebrate the rugged beauty and rich history of Nevada with this specially curated collection from the America the Beautiful Series.

From the legendary silver mining districts that earned Nevada its nickname to the towering peaks surrounding Mount Gerlach, the excitement of Las Vegas, and the dramatic beauty of the Great Basin Desert, this collection reflects the landscapes and spirit that make the Silver State truly unforgettable.

Collection Includes:

• Silverado
• Low Ho Silver
• Mount Gerlach
• Casino Cruiser
• Desert Sonata
• Desert Snow

Collection Details

• 6 named iris cultivars
• Retail Value: $87
• Collection Price: $50
• Customer Savings: $37

Part of the America the Beautiful Series—50 States • 50 Collections • $50 Each—created exclusively by Amethyst Creek Farm.

Ships during the August–September shipping season. Available while supplies last. Because each state collection is carefully curated, substitutions or exchanges of individual cultivars within a collection are not available.

Silverado

Silverado (Schreiner, 1986) is a celebrated Tall Bearded iris reaching 38 inches (97 cm) and blooming in midseason. This award-winning cultivar features elegantly ruffled butterfly blue self blooms with a harmonious self beard, creating a refined and graceful garden presence. Its impressive pedigree, Starina × Navy Strut × Carriage Trade, has earned Silverado numerous prestigious awards, including the American Dykes Medal, Wister Medal, and multiple Nelson Awards. Admired for its sophisticated color, excellent form, and exceptional garden performance, Silverado remains a classic favorite. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm.

Attributes
Fertile • Historic • Rebloomer • Ruffled

Awards
American Dykes Medal • Award of Merit • High Commendation • Honorable Mention • Nelson Award • Walther Cup • Wister Medal

Rebloomer
This cultivar is a known rebloomer.

Known Rebloom Zones
Zone 8

Rebloom Confidence
⭐⭐

Low Ho Silver

Low Ho Silver (Monty Byers, 1988) is a distinguished Intermediate Bearded iris reaching 19 inches (48 cm) and blooming from early through late season with dependable rebloom. Silvery white petals are accented by soft tannish yellow hafts, while silvery white beards tipped with yellow add subtle contrast. A light sweet fragrance enhances its refined garden presence. This award-winning cultivar received an Honorable Mention in 1991 and an Award of Merit in 1994. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm.

Attributes
Fragrant • Historic • Rebloomer

Awards
Award of Merit • Honorable Mention

Rebloomer
This cultivar is a known rebloomer.

Known Rebloom Zones
Zone 4 • Zone 4b • Zone 5 • Zone 6 • Zone 6b • Zone 7 • Zone 7a • Zone 8 • Zone 8a • Zone 9 • Zone 10

Rebloom Confidence
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Mount Gerlach

Mount Gerlach (Anton Mego, 2019) is a Tall Bearded iris reaching 34 inches (86 cm) and blooming in midseason. Pristine white standards are outlined with a delicate yellow wire edge and paired with crisp white style arms. The violet blue falls feature dramatic dark violet purple shoulders and matching wire edges, while bright yellow beards provide striking contrast. A light sweet fragrance completes this elegant and modern cultivar. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm.

Attributes
Edge Trim • Fragrant • Smooth

Casino Cruiser

Casino Cruiser (Tom Burseen, 2007) is a radiant Tall Bearded iris reaching 36 inches (91 cm) and blooming early. Light chrome yellow and buttercup yellow standards are paired with matching falls, maize yellow hafts, and luminous yellow gold beards tipped with light chrome yellow spoons. Ruffled, veined petals and a sweet fragrance create an exhibition quality bloom with exceptional garden appeal. This award-winning cultivar earned an Honorable Mention in 2011 and an Award of Merit in 2013.

Attributes
Novelty • Ruffled • Space Age • Veining

Awards
Award of Merit • Honorable Mention

Desert Sonata

Desert Sonata (Francelle Edwards, 2009) is a Tall Bearded iris reaching 38 inches (97 cm) and blooming from early to midseason. Shell pink standards are highlighted by a narrow gold edge, while creamy falls blend outward to a soft pink gold rim with rich gold hafts and vibrant orange beards. A light sweet fragrance complements this elegant cultivar, which was bred from Barbara My Love × Pink Champagne. It received an Honorable Mention from the Tall Bearded Iris Society in 2013. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm.

Attributes
Edge Trim • Fragrant

Awards
Honorable Mention

Desert Snow

Desert Snow (Paul Black, 2013) is an exceptional Arilbred iris reaching 25 inches (64 cm) and blooming from midseason to late season. Brilliant ice white standards and falls are dramatically accented by a bold one inch blue black aril signal, while white based beards tipped with light yellow complete the striking display. Bred from Lancer × Open Your Eyes, this highly decorated cultivar has earned the Walther Cup, Award of Merit, and the prestigious Mohr Medal. Its crisp contrast, sculptural form, and collector appeal make Desert Snow an outstanding addition to any garden. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm.

Awards
Award of Merit • Honorable Mention • Mohr Medal • Walther Cup