Iris Before The Storm, Iris 'Before The Storm', has dark and mysterious blooms that will enchant your garden with this unique variety. 'Before the Storm' is a mid-late season bloomer and is regarded as one of the best purple-blacks. Sweet fragrance and excellent growth habit are an added bonus. It is the winner of numerous awards including the prestigious Dykes Medal in 1996; Honorable Mention 1991; and Award of Merit 1995. It prefers moist, well- drained soil in full sun, but will tolerate some afternoon shade. This iris needs plenty of water throughout the season to continue to looks its best. Iris ‘Before the Storm’ is useful in many ways. Best used around pools, ponds and water gardens, and for mass plantings. It can also be used in difficult banks for preventing erosion. Gather the large blooms for an extraordinary indoor arrangement. Deer resistant.