This was one of the most exotic irises I had ever seen up until the time I bought it; and tried to grow it! I can't remember the exact year I got it, but it only bloomed one time for me in 2004. Afterward I tried and tried by splitting up the rhizomes and replanting in different places. But still no success! There was just too much rot and winter kill here. So I gave it to some friends who claim it blooms just fine at their place. I don't make this entry with any great pleasure, because it is a very, very attractive bloom.