ALL GROWN UP (P. Black 21)
TB Late-Very Late 32” (81cm)
Strong, well-branched stalks are able to showcase these giant-sized blooms without crowding. Lavishly ruffled standards have rosy mauve centers blended to wide light chalky gray lavender margins. Broad falls blend from pale violet blue to mid violet blue and gradually darkening to dark violet and banded dark plum. Two toned beards are gray tipped light coral and outward to mid violet. Stalks have 2 branches and 6-7 buds.
Sdlg. V159Q, Pleasure’s All Mine sib X Escape from Boredom.

BABY’S GOT THE BLUES (P. Black '21)
MTB (tet) Midseason-Late 26” (66cm)
The clean, dark indigo standards and inky blue black blended falls make this a great addition to the MTB class. Strong growth produces plenty of show stalks with loads of branches and buds. Unusual beards are half bronze brown and half indigo.
Sdlg. Y195A: Waylaid X U66B: (Date with Destiny x S208A, Silver Ice sib)

BALTIC SEA (T.Johnson '08)
TB Late 38” (97cm)
The extreme ruffles of Baltic Sea reminds us of the power of crashing, windswept waves as they curl toward the shore. Large, tightly formed medium marine blue flowers are breathtaking when seen singly or in clump. Beards are soft cream to blue-white. Strong growth produces stalks with 3 branches and about 9 buds. Heavy substance helps Baltic Sea maintain its lovely form even in the rain.
Sdlg. TW10A: Capital City Jazz X Sea Power

BERSERK (T.Johnson ‘14)
TB Midseason 30” (76cm) Rebloomer
Falls of big white, heavily ruffled blooms are wildly patterned over their centers with closely spaced networks of lines and veins, becoming a heavier wash toward lower edges. Light tangerine beards are a pleasing accent. Nicely branched stalks have 7 buds. Reliable fall rebloom!
Sdlg. TC341A: Hysteria X Blyth O201-A: (Let’s Romp sib x Mango Daiquiri sib)

BOUNDLESS BERRY (P. Black '21)
BB Midseason-Late 27” (69cm)
Border bearded irises are no longer sulky shrinking violets. ‘Boundless Berry’ is testament to that with its robust growth and showy clumps filled with bloom stalks. Compact, heavily ruffled flowers have light warm pink blooms. Fall hafts are rouged red plum and veined cream and shade lighter to narrow warm pink bands. Big, dark sienna beards are an interesting contrast. Show stalks have 3 branches and 7-9 buds. A moderate sweet fragrance is a plus.
Sdlg. Y171B: (Delectable Treat X V182D: (R170J, Simply Coral sib x Enough is Enough).

BRIGHT AND SHINING STAR (P. Black ‘20)
TB Early-Midseason 32” (81cm)
This one shines brightly from across the garden with its pristine white flowers with falls narrowly stitched mid purple. Ample rufflling gives it that special flair. A strong spicy fragrance increases its star rating. Stalks have 2 branches and 7 buds.
Sdlg. Y23B: Out of the Dark X L81A, Out of the Dark sib

BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS (P. Black ‘20)
TB Early-Midseason 33” (84cm)
Shorter stalks and compact flowers make this a sure winner for windier areas. Vigorous plants provide sturdy stalks with 3 branches and 8-9 buds. Mid gold styles peer from inside mid yellow standards. Medium butterscotch falls have joyful looping ruffles. Big marigold beards are surrounded by dark tan gold haft veins. Strong spicy fragrance. Many quality seedlings from this cross.
Sdlg. Y43A: Canadian Brass X W109A: (S157F, Reflections of Love sib x Adoree)

COUNTESS (P. Black ‘18)
TB Early-Late 36” (91cm)
The ‘COUNTESS’, all decked out in her royal attire, is ready for a night of celebrating. Imposing clumps are filled with show stalks having 4 branches plus rebranch and carrying 10-11 buds.
Sdlg. V135A: (Royal Sterling x Giorgio) X (Unknown x Jazz Band)

CRASHING WHITECAPS (P. Black ‘20)
TB Early-Late 38” (97cm)
‘Crashing Whitecaps’ is a superior iris in all respects. You’ll be glad you have it in your garden when you see its clump filled with show stalks standing tall among robust clean foliage. Cool white standards and styles color is repeated across the hafts on mid violet blue falls. Mid orange beards vie for attention. Stalks have 3 branches plus spur and 9-11 buds. A sure show winner. Sweet grape fragrance.
Sdlg. My Passion sib

DON'T STOP BELIEVING (T.Johnson ‘13)
TB Late 42” (107cm)
Well constructed flowers are lavishly ruffled and laced. Standards are clear mid pink. Wide milk glass white falls have pink hafts and edge. Unusual beards are half tangerine and half lilac. Strong stalks have up to 9 buds. You won’t have any trouble believing how beautiful it is. Should be a beneficial parent in working for blue or violet beards on pinks.
Sdlg. TA80A: (Ballet Royal x Corps de Ballet) X Secret Affair

EXTREME (P. Black '21)
SDB Midseason-Late 15.5” (39cm)
Yes, ‘Extreme’ ruffles and ‘Extreme’ color made this a top contender for introduction from its first bloom. Peach blooms are heavily washed dark orange giving a seductive depth of color. Huge dark orange beards grab your eye as you approach. Strong growth. Three buds on stalks with one branch.
Sdlg. Y261A: V271A: (Orange Obsession x T219C, Meticulous pod parent sib) X Speak No Evil.

GAY ROMANCE (P. Black ‘20)
BB Late- Very Late 27” (69cm)
You’re sure to fall in love with this richly saturated reverse purple amoena with tangerine beards. Stalks have 2 branches and 7 buds. Striking clumps.
Sdlg. Y130A: V118A, Only the Shadow Knows sib X W116C: (S158A: (Bubblicious x Q6A: (Dearie x Drifting Bubbles)) x Lost World)

GIBBERISH (T. Johnson ’18)
TB Midseason-late 35” (89cm)
Clean and clear flesh pink Standards. Falls are same with deep violet lines and wash to lighter pink edge. Shrimp to pink beards. Stalks carry up to 9 buds. Very showy and much admired in the garden.
Sdlg. TG161A: All About Me X Escape From Boredom

I'M NOT STABLE (Black ‘20)
TB Early-Midseason 32” (81cm)
It’s much more fun to be a little wild and crazy and a bit mixed up. This broken color type will liven up your garden. Pale buff pink standards are randomly splashed mid lilac. Mid peach style crests are streaked lilac. Mid buff peach falls are randomly streaked from dark purple to light red purple. Hafts can be mid pink to butter. Each flower is different. Strong growth provides stalks with 2-3 branches and 7-9 buds. If you check out the second photo the color is not quite right but it shows the form so much better.
Sdlg. Y113A: V100C, I Broke It sib X W43A: (R100C: (Circle of Light x Ballet Performance) x Big Break)

KISSED BY AN ANGEL (T. Johnson ’18)
TB Late 34” (86cm)
Very pale blue white standards and edge on falls that are overlaid with med. Lavender blue. Falls have central violet blue lines radiating out from around blue tipped orange beard. Beautiful form and ruffles on well branched stalks carrying up to 9 buds. Very classy looking and much admired by visitors.
Sdlg. TG68C: (Hysteria x (Let’s Romp sib. x Mango Daiquiri sib.)) X Haunted Heart

MARRY THE NIGHT (T. Johnson ’17)
TB Early 32” (81cm)
Near solid, very dark purple standards and deep fall band and haft bar on pristine white falls. Showy old gold beards make a statement. Moderate sized flowers are heavily ruffled on wonderful show stalks with lots of buds. Very showy. Gorgeous form!
TB Award of Merit 2021
Sdlg TF77D: Sib to Locomotion.

MERRY MULBERRY (P. Black ‘19)
BB Midseason-Late 26” (66cm)
Many lovely BBs are coming from tetraploid MTB, SDB and IB breeding and this is one with exceptional quality. Ruffled, classically formed blooms are rose mulberry bitone with buff area around tangerine beards. Strong show stalks have 3 branches plus 2 spurs with 12-14 buds. A must have for showing or in the garden.
Sdlg. X143L: U62E, involved X V182A: (R170J, Simply Coral sib x Enough is Enough)

PAINTED LOVE (T.Johnson ’16)
TB Midseason-Late 35” (89cm)
If you need a bold spalsh of color in your garden, ‘Painted Love’ is the iris for you. Mid gold standards are blushed red violet. Wide blue violet falls have Indian red bands and hafts and are paler around deep marigold beards. Nine buds on well branched stalks add to its appeal. Reminds us of an updated version of the old classic ‘Syncopation’.
Sdlg TD134ZZ: (Candy Clouds x Bold Encounter) X Repertoire

PERRY DYER (P. Black ‘17)
AB Midseason-Late 26” (66cm)
Named for long time friend, mentor and dedicated supporter of AIS. Stunning showy clumps filled with stalks. Two branches & 4-5 buds. Strong and easy growth. WE MISS YOU PERRY REST IN PEACE.
AB Award of Merit 2021
Sdlg. T132F: Galaxina sib.

PIRATE'S RANSOM (P. Black ‘20)
AB OGB Early-Midseason 27” (69cm)
Light orchid standards are lined darker. Well-defined black signals are accented by recurved falls and diffuse auburn beards. Stalks have 2 branches plus spur and 6 buds.
Sdlg. X166A: Aztec Prince X Solar Wind