Paradise Pink

Paradise Pink (E. Greig Lapham, 1949) is a breathtaking Tall Bearded iris that radiates with a luminous orange-pink self and vivid tangerine beards, standing at an elegant 32" in height and blooming late in the season. This cultivar’s painterly petals glow with a refined vibrancy, making it a gallery-worthy centerpiece for any garden. With a distinguished pedigree—'Forerunner' crossed with a select seedling from 'Spindrift' x 'Isabellina'—Paradise Pink has earned both an Honorable Mention (1950) and the prestigious Award of Merit (1952), underscoring its heritage quality and collector appeal. A noteworthy rebloomer, Paradise Pink has documented repeat bloom performance in California (Rebloom Zone: Unknown), offering dynamic color and presence throughout the season. Its radiant, color-forward display and award-winning lineage make it a must-have for iris enthusiasts seeking a memorable, high-impact addition to their landscape. Attributes: Guardian Garden, Historic, Rebloomer Awards: Award of Merit, Honorable Mention Rebloomer This cultivar is a known rebloomer. Known Rebloom Zones: Rebloomer Unknown Zone 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.