Iris unguicularis Mary Barnard

The darkest of them all and a glossy marvel in the winter. Tissue-like, velvety purple-blue flowers with white and golden markings on the falls, the foliage shorter and darker than the other forms. Discovered by E.B. Anderson near Algiers in 1962.

RHS Award of Garden Merit.

Iris unguicularis Mary Barnard has been awarded the RHS Award of Garden Merit because it has proved to be reliable in appropriate conditions and a good performing plant. 

Planting Instructions

Iris unguicularis Mary Barnard should be planted in a sheltered, sunny site in well drained soil, allowing for 12" (30cm) spread and height and water in until established. Only tidy the foliage by pulling out old leaves as severe cutting back is not recommended.

Plant Details

Flowers February/March
Height 15" (38cm)
Hardy