Speckled Sprite

‘Speckled Sprite’ (Molly Price, 1963) is a captivating Standard Dwarf Bearded iris that commands attention with its painterly white blooms, each petal dramatically stitched in red-violet plicata. Standing at 11" (28 cm), this early-blooming variety features a luminous white beard tipped in yellow, adding a vibrant accent to its refined color palette. With a pedigree that includes ‘Garden Flame’ and ‘Red Rockette’, ‘Speckled Sprite’ is a collector-grade selection recognized with an Honorable Mention in 1967. Its graphic, high-contrast pattern and compact stature make it a standout choice for borders, rock gardens, or any garden seeking a memorable, exhibition-ready focal point. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Guardian Garden, Historic, Speckled Awards: 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.