Description

Iris hollandica Eye of the Tiger is a bold and charismatic Dutch Iris, known for its striking colour contrast and architectural form. With rich, velvety violet-blue standards and deep mahogany falls highlighted by golden-yellow signals, this variety brings a dramatic energy to late spring borders and commercial plantings. Reaching 50–60cm in height, its upright form lends well to layered planting schemes, back borders, or grouped en masse for striking impact.

Highly valued by landscapers across Ireland, Eye of the Tiger thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, performing consistently in a wide range of conditions including coastal gardens, raised beds, and cut-flower borders. For a sophisticated planting palette, pair it with soft-petalled companions like Tulip Queen of Night, Camassia leichtlinii Caerulea, or Allium atropurpureum to echo and deepen its tones. It also contrasts beautifully with lighter-hued varieties such as Iris Symphony’or Hyacinth Carnegie to create a high-contrast, designer effect.

Although Dutch Irises are not major pollinator magnets, they offer early visual interest and structure ahead of summer perennials. Include pollinator-friendly bulbs like Fritillaria meleagris, Scilla peruviana, or Nectaroscordum siculum nearby for ecological value. Its sturdy stems and eye-catching blooms make it an excellent candidate for floristry, holding colour and form well in arrangements.

Whether used in municipal schemes, contemporary gardens, or cut-flower enterprises, Eye of the Tiger is an unapologetically bold selection that commands attention and delivers colour drama with minimal maintenance.