{"product_id":"bearded-iris-thriller-pack-of-1-rhizome","title":"Bearded Iris Thriller (Pack of 1 Rhizome)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBearded Iris Thriller (Pack of 1 Rhizome)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003ePlease Note: These bulbs cannot be shipped to Western Australia or Tasmania due to biosecurity restrictions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003eBearded Iris Thriller (Iris × germanica 'Thriller') is a captivating, tall bearded iris that lives up to its name with luxuriously ruffled blooms in a rich, saturated purple. The standards and falls share this sumptuous purple colouring, while a deeper purple beard adds intensity at the heart of each flower. The generous ruffling across every petal gives each bloom a sense of movement and fullness that catches the eye from across the garden. Hybridised by Schreiner and introduced in 1988, Thriller was recognised by the American Iris Society with an Honourable Mention in 1990 and an Award of Merit in 1992. This variety has also been recorded as a rebloomer in South Australia, offering the potential for a second flush of flowers later in the season in suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 6.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003ePack of 1 premium rhizome\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eFlower colour: ruffled rich purple self with a deeper purple beard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eBloom time: late midseason (late spring in Australian gardens)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eHeight: approximately 91 cm (36 inches) at maturity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eAward-winning variety: HM 1990, AM 1992 (American Iris Society)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eReblooming potential reported in South Australia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 4.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e•\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLuxuriously ruffled blooms with exceptional garden presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 6.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003ePlant the rhizome in full sun and free-draining soil, with the top of the rhizome at soil level or just exposed. Space rhizomes 30 to 45 cm apart to allow good air circulation. Avoid planting too deeply and do not cover the rhizome with heavy mulch, as trapped moisture can encourage rot. Incorporate lime or dolomite into acidic soils before planting. Water in after planting to settle the roots, then allow the soil to dry between waterings once established. Thriller is drought-tolerant once established and performs well on natural rainfall across most Australian regions. To encourage reblooming, maintain consistent moisture through summer without waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 6.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eClimate Zone Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003eCool and Alpine: Plant rhizomes from late summer to mid-autumn (February to April). Cold winters provide excellent dormancy conditions for bearded iris, promoting vigorous spring growth and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003eTemperate: Plant from late summer to mid-autumn (February to April). Temperate regions provide ideal conditions for Thriller, with reliable flowering in late spring and the possibility of rebloom in warmer temperate areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003eSubtropical: Plant from March to May in a position with full morning sun and well-drained soil. The warmer conditions in subtropical regions may encourage reblooming, provided the plant receives adequate moisture without waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003eTropical and Arid: Bearded irises require a cool winter dormancy period and may not perform reliably in tropical regions. In arid zones with cool winters, plant in a sheltered position with afternoon shade and ensure the soil drains freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 6.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003eFeed with a low-nitrogen fertiliser (such as a rose or bulb feed) in late winter and again after flowering. For reblooming potential, an additional light feed in mid-summer can support a second flush. Remove spent flower stalks at the base after each blooming period. Trim back old foliage in autumn to expose the rhizome to sunlight and improve air circulation around the crown. Divide clumps every three to four years after flowering to maintain vigour. Lift the rhizome, discard the exhausted centre, and replant the healthy outer divisions. Watch for slugs and snails, especially during the cooler, damper months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 6.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eToxicity and Warnings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt;\"\u003eIris may cause irritation or illness if eaten by pets or people. The rhizomes contain the highest concentration of irritating compounds. Keep rhizomes away from children, dogs, cats, and horses. Wear gloves when handling rhizomes if you have sensitive skin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52357081039160,"sku":"BULB-F-289","price":15.83,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/files\/bearded-iris-thriller-pack-of-1-rhizome-1560257.jpg?v=1779260047","url":"https:\/\/www.happyvalleyseeds.com.au\/products\/bearded-iris-thriller-pack-of-1-rhizome","provider":"Happy Valley Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}