Thanks for adding this clump for an arilbred Donald! I had figured that they generally had lower bloom counts per stem than bearded (not sure if that's actually the case) as I had only been seeing single bloom shots so this is impressive to see.

Sue, lower bud counts are the norm for arilbreds. CAIRO LOVE SONG is no exception. Arilbreds, more often than not, compensate by having many stalks in a clump bloom and that what you are seeing in this photo. They also tend to replenish the fans readily, so it does not impact bloom the following year. It's just a matter of having a healthy growing environment for them. This photo was taken in 2005. Here's the same clump again in 2008.

Thanks for that info, I am brand new to arilbreds, testing the waters with a pending order through Superstition so I hope to get them looking as fine as that clump eventually!

You will be starting with rhizomes grown as well as a rhizome can be grown if your stock is from Superstition. I expect you won't have any problems getting a clump. Arilbreds can do that in a hurry.

I plan on visiting them this spring during bloom time, it will be nice to see their blooms in person!

That is a gorgeous iris, Donald. I am going to add a few AB's to my garden this year too. I only have one currently and it blooms every year.