Description

Radiating vibrant yellow energy, Iris hollandica Golden Harvest is a reliable late-spring bloomer that brings warmth and cheer to borders, containers, and large-scale plantings. Its rich golden-yellow standards and matching falls deliver a uniform, sunshine-filled appearance that glows in sunlight and contrasts beautifully with cooler-toned companions. Reaching around 50–60cm in height, it offers excellent structure and rhythm to seasonal beds, particularly when repeated through the landscape or mass-planted for impact.

This variety is particularly well-suited to urban schemes, public spaces, and domestic gardens throughout Ireland, thriving in moderately fertile, well-drained soil with full sun. For companion planting, consider pairing Golden Harvest with the deep purples of Muscari armeniacum, or the blue accents of Camassia quamash for a complementary effect. Its upright foliage also contrasts attractively with softer-textured groundcovers.

While not primarily pollinator-attracting, its presence alongside bee-friendly bulbs like Allium and Crocus contributes to seasonal foraging support in the garden.