Queen's Circle

One of the most awarded irises of all time. Winner of the prestigious American Dykes Medal—Queen’s Circle has rightfully earned her crown as a garden great. With honours bestowed by the highest authorities in the iris world, this is not just a plant—it’s a piece of living horticultural history.

Her looks are as distinguished as her accolades: crisp white standards rise above ruffled falls edged in delicate violet-blue, as if carefully traced by an artist’s brush. A soft lemon beard glows at the centre—subtle, refined, and full of charm.

Graceful, dependable, and endlessly admired, Queen’s Circle deserves a position of prominence. Plant her where the morning light can catch her edges—and prepare for compliments.

• Standards: White
• Falls: White with dark blue edge
• Beard: Orange red, pale yellow at the end
• Fragrance: Not recorded
• Height: 81 cm
• Bloom time: Midseason to late
• Hybridiser: Frederick Kerr, 1999
• Awards:
  – Franklin Cook Cup 2001 & 2005
  – Favourite Guest 2001 & 2005
  – Honourable Mention 2002
  – Award of Merit 2004
  – Wister Medal 2006
  – American Dykes Medal 2007
  – #2 in 2010 TB Symposium

Why choose it

• One of the most awarded irises in modern history
• Refined colour palette with sharp, clean contrast
• Excellent mid-to-late season bloomer
• Ideal for formal gardens, white-themed beds, or collectors
• Reported re-bloomer