Uncle Charlie

Uncle Charlie (Donald Spoon, 1997) is a collector-grade Tall Bearded Iris that brings a luminous, painterly touch to the garden. Reaching 34" (86 cm), this midseason to late bloomer features exquisitely ruffled petals in a refined pale lavender blue (RHS 97C) self, with beards in a deeper lavender blue, lighter hair tips, and a hint of yellow deep in the heart. Its flared, sculptural form and subtle sweet fragrance create a memorable, gallery-worthy presence. With a distinguished pedigree (Honky Tonk Blues X Silverado) and a decorated history—Franklin Cook Cup 1999, Honorable Mention 2001, Award of Merit 2003, and Wister Medal 2005—Uncle Charlie is a field-stopping, exhibition-ready iris for the discerning gardener. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Fragrant, Novelty, Ruffled, Space Age Awards: Award of Merit, Favorite Guest, Franklin Cook Cup, Honorable Mention, Wister Medal