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Circus Circus

Hybridized by George Sutton, 1996

"Iris Circus Circus" is a captivating Tall Bearded Iris hybridized by George Sutton and registered in 1996. Introduced in 1997, this iris variety stands at a height of 37 inches (94 cm) and blooms across a wide range of seasons, from early to late. The flower form is beautifully ruffled, adding texture and depth to its appearance. The enchanting colors of "Iris Circus Circus" feature light lilac standards veined in a darker shade, while the falls are white with heavy violet veining and edging. The contrasting patterns create a captivating visual display. The violet beard and the white to light orchid style arms further enhance the overall color scheme. With its purple-based foliage, "Iris Circus Circus" adds an additional layer of visual interest. It offers a slight, spicy fragrance that adds to its allure. This iris variety has received recognition with an Honorable Mention in 1999 and an Award of Merit in 2003, highlighting its exceptional qualities. As a tetraploid iris, "Iris Circus Circus" brings showy and fragrant flowers to the garden. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers slightly acidic to slightly alkaline soil, with a pH range of 6.1 to 7.8. With its rhizome structure, it can be easily propagated through division. Embrace the captivating beauty of "Iris Circus Circus" in your garden, as it enchants with its stunning violet and white blooms, ruffled petals, and delightful fragrance.

Registration
ClassTall Bearded (TB)
HybridizerGeorge Sutton
Registered1996
Introduced1997
Seedling #C-24-D
Plant
Height37" (94 cm)
PloidyTetraploid
FoliagePurple Based
Bloom
SeasonEarly, Early Mid, Mid, Mid Late, Late
DescriptionLight lilac standards, veined darker; white falls, heavy violet veining and edging
BeardViolet
Style ArmsWhite to light orchid
PatternPlicata
FragranceSlight | Spicy
Hardiness
USDA Zones3+
SunFull Sun to Partial Shade
Soil pHSlightly acid (6.1 – 6.5), Neutral (6.6 – 7.3), Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Heritage
ParentageMomentum X 4-33: (82-13-D: (Heavenly Harmony x Petite Posy) x French Gown)
Recognition
AwardsHonorable Mention: 1999Award of Merit: 2003