Bearded Iris 'Victoria Falls'

‘Victoria Falls’ is a Tall Bearded iris introduced by Schreiner in 1977; the [American Iris Society cultivar entry](https://wiki.irises.org/TbUthruZ/TbVictoriaFalls) records 40 inches (102 cm), early-to-late bloom, ruffled light-to-medium blue flowers with a white spot centered on the falls, and a white beard. The [AIS bearded-iris culture notes](https://wiki.irises.org/TbUthruZ/TbVictoriaFalls) and [Schreiner’s planting guide](https://www.schreinersgardens.com/pages/how-do-i-plant-bearded-iris) favor full sun and well-drained soil; Schreiner recommends at least six hours of sun in most climates. ## Flowers The AIS page also lists rebloom observations from multiple places. These reports describe observed performance and do not establish a single schedule for every garden. ## Growing conditions Choose full sun for best flowering; the AIS group guidance says bearded irises may still bloom with half-day shade. It describes well-drained garden soil, tolerance of dry conditions once established, and intolerance of swampy conditions. ## Maintenance For planting, Schreiner advises leaving rhizome tops exposed and spreading roots downward. In very light soils or extremely hot climates, covering a rhizome by about one inch may be useful. Schreiner recommends spacing plants 12 to 24 inches apart; adjust spacing to the local site.