Spinning Wheel

Spinning Wheel (D. C. Nearpass, 1974) is a gallery-worthy Tall Bearded iris that delivers a truly unforgettable display. Reaching 34" (86 cm) in midseason, this cultivar features pristine white standards delicately brushed with pale blue-violet plicata, while the falls showcase a luminous white ground boldly edged in medium blue-violet plicata and finished with a distinctive bronze beard. The result is a painterly, high-contrast bloom with a crisp, curated look—perfect for collectors and garden connoisseurs alike. With a distinguished pedigree—seedling #M-72-3, from a lineage including 'Dancers Veil', 'New Adventure', 'Captured Heart', 'Melodrama', 'Ribbon Round', and 'Charmed Circle'—Spinning Wheel has earned both the Honorable Mention (1978) and Award of Merit (1981). Notably, this iris is a rebloomer, with repeat bloom reported in California and Tennessee (Rebloomer Unknown Zone), making it a dynamic, enduring addition to any landscape. Spinning Wheel is a true showpiece, offering opalescent coloration and refined form that elevate any garden to exhibition quality. Attributes: Fertile, Historic, Rebloomer Awards: Award of Merit, Honorable Mention Rebloomer This cultivar is a known rebloomer. Known Rebloom Zones: Rebloomer Unknown Zone Rebloom Confidence: ⭐⭐