Rhapsody

Rhapsody (E. B. Williamson, 1937) is a tall bearded iris introduced by Longfield Iris, noted for its late midseason bloom. Classified as S9D, this variety features a strong, pleasant fragrance that enhances its garden appeal. Rhapsody is the result of a cross between seedling #248 and an unknown parent, offering robust performance and reliable flowering. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Fertile, Guardian Garden, Historic 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.