Dutch Iris 'Sapphire Beauty' (Iris x hollandica) – Pack of 10 bulbs (Size 7/8)
'Sapphire Beauty' is a bulbous Dutch iris growing to around 65 cm tall, with elegant blue flowers featuring darker blue standards and paler blue falls with a yellow signal. It’s a classic choice for borders and cutting gardens, producing flowers from late spring into early summer depending on conditions. Plant in a sunny spot and well-drained soil for best results. This listing is for 10 bulbs in a graded size 7/8 to support strong growth. Dutch irises are hardy in most of the UK and return each year when established. As a living product, flowering time and height can vary slightly with weather and planting location.
Other names (commonly known as):
Dutch iris • Iris x hollandica • Iris hollandica • Bulb iris • Holland iris / Fleur-de-lis (iris)
Key Benefits
- Elegant blue blooms with a bright yellow signal
- Great for borders, beds and cutting gardens
- Ideal for bouquets (long stems, florist-style look)
- Hardy in most UK gardens
- Bulbs can return and multiply over time in suitable conditions
- Best in full sun and well-drained soil
- Graded bulb size 7/8 (helps with consistent performance)
- Works well in containers with gritty, free-draining compost
- Low-maintenance once established
Product Details
- Product: Dutch Iris 'Sapphire Beauty'
- Botanical name: Iris x hollandica
- Pack size: 10 bulbs
- Bulb size: 7/8
- Flower colour: Blue with yellow marking
- Plant type: Bulbous perennial
- Position: Full sun
Pollinator friendly: Dutch iris flowers can attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects while in bloom (pollinator activity depends on local conditions).
Best companions to plant with: Dutch iris pairs beautifully with Alliums, Camassia and ornamental grasses for a layered late-spring display. It also looks great with Tulips, Daffodils, Salvia and Nepeta to extend colour before and after flowering.
More Reasons to Choose
- Strong visual impact when planted in groups
- Excellent choice for “blue” themed borders
- Great for cut flowers and simple vase arrangements
- Suitable for beds, borders, containers and patio pots
- Performs best in free-draining soil (ideal for many UK gardens)
- Easy to combine with other spring-flowering bulbs
- Good height for mid-border planting
- Bulbs are supplied as dormant planting stock
- Helpful for gardeners wanting reliable late-spring colour
Growing Information
- Flowering time: Late spring to early summer
- Height: Approx. 50-60cm
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained soil (most soils; avoid waterlogging)
Planting Guide (simple steps)
- Plant bulbs in late summer to autumn for best spring flowering.
- Choose a sunny, well-drained spot (or a pot with gritty compost).
- Plant bulbs around 10–15 cm deep and space roughly 5–10 cm apart.
- Water in after planting; keep lightly moist during active growth.
- After flowering, allow leaves to die back naturally to feed next year’s bulb.
Good to know
- Perfect for cut flowers (tall stems and elegant shape).
- Hardy in most UK gardens when soil is free-draining.
- Bulbs/plant can be harmful if eaten – keep away from pets and children.
- Planting in groups gives the best “florist” look in the border.
What You Will Receive
- Dutch Iris 'Sapphire Beauty' – pack of 10 bulbs (size 7/8)
- Protective packaging (recyclable where possible)
- Planting and care instructions included in this listing description
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