Neglect, neglect, neglect. That seems to be the special codeword to get the heirloom white cemetery iris to flourish. The cemetery white iris (Iris albicans) is aptly named because it can often be found blooming in cemeteries in late March to early April. These same sites often become very dry with cracked soils during the summer, but these white irises don't seem to mind. These are not the same as the Louisiana iris that love the water as these prefer well drained soils.

Since they can be found in many different areas and on very old sites, many believe the old cemetery whites to be native to America, but they are not. They, like most bulbs that do well in the South, are natives of the Mediterranean area. Some believe these are what were documented as far back as 1400 BC. The white cemetery iris was used in cemeteries as it traveled from the Mediterranean area across North Africa to Spain and then to the New World. Their 1860 recorded discovery is attributed to Johan Lange, a Danish botanist.

I have 6 rhizomes available, $6 each rhizome. If you are not sure what a rhizome is, see 1st image below. The rhizomes will be freshly dug, shipped bare root, ready to plant when delivered to you.


Any questions or concerns with your plants when delivered, please contact me immediately!!!
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