Eleanor Roosevelt (Sass, 1933) IB RE HM AM

Eleanor Roosevelt (Hans Peter Sass, 1933) is a historic intermediate bearded iris blooming midseason with documented rebloom across a wide range of climates. Introduced in 1933 and honored with Honorable Mention in 1936 and Award of Merit in 1937, this enduring classic has remained in cultivation for nearly a century. It is known for its soft red tones in the R1D color class and is said to carry a mild fragrance, offering both vintage charm and garden reliability. Rebloom has been reported in numerous states including CA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MD, MO, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NY, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, and the Netherlands, spanning USDA Zones 4 through 9, making it one of the most adaptable historic rebloomers available.