Yaquina Blue

Yaquina Blue (Schreiner, 1992) is a gallery-worthy Tall Bearded iris that radiates with a saturated, medium blue (RHS 96B) hue and lush, ruffled petals, creating a luminous, painterly effect in the garden. Reaching an impressive 37" (94 cm), this midseason bloomer features refined yellow beards delicately tipped in white, offering a sophisticated contrast to its opalescent blooms. With a pedigree rooted in award-winning lineage, Yaquina Blue has earned top honors including the American Dykes Medal (2001), Wister Medal (1998), and more, cementing its status as a legendary cultivar. According to the 2022 Rebloom Checklist, Yaquina Blue is a known rebloom carrier, promising the potential for encore performances in the garden (Rebloomer, unknown zone). Its sculptural form, vibrant color, and heritage-quality make it a must-have for collectors and landscape designers seeking a bloom that is both visually commanding and botanically significant. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm. Attributes: Fertile, Historic, Rebloomer, Ruffled Awards: American Dykes Medal, Award of Merit, Favorite Guest, Franklin Cook Cup, Honorable Mention, Wister Medal Rebloomer This cultivar is a known rebloomer. Known Rebloom Zones: Rebloomer Unknown Zone Rebloom Confidence: ⭐⭐