Iris Acapulco Gold (Bearded Iris)

With brilliant golden yellow, ruffled flowers, and an abundant flowering ability, award-winning Iris 'Acapulco Gold' is a very attractive German Iris that creates a stunning effect in the garden. A vigorous grower, this Tall Bearded Iris rises up to 32 inches high (80 cm) atop a lovely sword-shaped foliage which will continue to add interest in the landscape after flowering is over. 

• Easy to grow, it is deer and rabbit resistant, and quite drought tolerant once established.
• Won the Honorable Mention Award in 1985 as an indication of its many fabulous qualities.
• A profuse bloomer, it produces 2 or 3 branches per rhizome bearing numerous buds and will bring its glorious and glamorous blooms in late spring or early summer over a long blooming period. Please note that bloom times depend very much on the weather.
• Performs best in full sun in humus-rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Tolerates light shade but best flowering and disease resistance occur in full sun. Good soil drainage is essential to prevent rot issues.
• Grows from creeping rhizomes which store food produced by the sword-shaped, semi-evergreen leaves and form large clumps over time
• A welcomed addition to herbaceous borders, sunny courtyards, or urban gardens where the sword-like foliage and vibrant color will combine harmoniously with the stones and angular hardscaping. Roses also provide a lovely backdrop to this tall variety.
• The best time to plant bearded irises is July through September. Container-grown iris can be planted in the spring.
• All parts may cause discomfort if ingested. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.