SPARKY (J. T. Aitken, R. 1983) Sdlg. 80-15A. MDB, 6" (15 cm), ML; Violet with small deep purple spot around beard; frosty light violet beard. (Singing Angel x Cotton Blossom) X unknown, probably sib cross. Aitken's Salmon Creek Garden 1984. [From 1989 AIS Checklist]
I saw this iris blooming into December in Lawrence, Ks. Z5 Bloomed for me after Thanksgiving. Not as much substance as newer varieties, but powerful performance make it top 10. Mark B. in Ks.