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UndertheSun

Nov 25, 2015 4:33 AM CST

(Zone 9b)

Sherry, I believe that is "One Step Beyond".

Tall Bearded Iris (Iris 'Storm Rider')
Uploaded by UndertheSun

Tall Bearded Iris (Iris 'One Step Beyond')
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One Step Beyond is on my lost list for this year.

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tveguy3

Nov 25, 2015 4:42 AM CST

Thread OP

Name: Tom
Southern Wisconsin (Zone 5b)

I got One Step Beyond as a bonus in my last order. It hasn't bloomed yet, but I am eager to see it.

Politicians are like diapers, they need to be changed often, and for the same reason.

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Misawa77

Nov 25, 2015 7:36 AM CST

Name: Greg Hodgkinson
Hanover PA (Zone 6b)

I have to agree with Rob on the "Storm Rider"/"One Step Beyond" differences. That looks like One Step Beyond and not Storm Rider.

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Cuzz4short

Nov 25, 2015 7:55 AM CST

Name: Gabriel/Gabe Rivera
Charlotte, NC (Zone 7b)
German imported, Michigan raised

'One step beyond' then...

Gimme it and I'll grow it!

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Henhouse

Nov 25, 2015 9:51 AM CST

Name: Sherry Austin
Santa Cruz, CA (Zone 9a)

You are right Rob. I was looking at both trying to decide. I've fixed it now..

The surest sign that intelligent life exists elsewhere in the universe is that it has never tried to contact us.

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cbelt1

Nov 25, 2015 7:59 PM CST

Name: Cleta
Idaho Falls Idaho (Zone 4a)

tveguy3 said:Another one of the bonuses that surprised me was Style Traveler. I just wasn't impressed by the picture in the catalog, but boy do I love this one.

Tall Bearded Iris (Iris 'Style Traveller')
Uploaded by tveguy3

Tall Bearded Iris (Iris 'Style Traveller')
Uploaded by tveguy3

Tom, that is gorgeous!

Cleta

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cbelt1

Nov 25, 2015 8:03 PM CST

Name: Cleta
Idaho Falls Idaho (Zone 4a)

Henhouse said:Superstition's 2014 bonus was 'One Step Beyond', and this was it's first Spring in the ground. I'm looking forward to seeing what it does down the line. The colors are really rich and velvety.

That flower is rich and luscious velvety. Reminds me of a Medieval gown I made once.

Cleta

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Muddymitts

Nov 25, 2015 8:15 PM CST

Name: Mary Ann
Western Kentucky (Zone 7a)

Thoughts become things -- choose the good ones. (www.tut.com)

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iciris

Nov 25, 2015 10:52 PM CST

Name: Barbara
Northern CA (Zone 9a)

Tall Bearded Iris (Iris 'Jazzberry')
Uploaded by ARUBA1334

Jazzberry, I thought this was a awesome Iris before it bloomed and it did not disappoint me.

• “Whoever said, ‘Do something right and you won’t have to do it again’ never weeded a garden.” – Anonymous

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Muddymitts

Nov 25, 2015 10:58 PM CST

Name: Mary Ann
Western Kentucky (Zone 7a)

Awesome, Barbara!!

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Henhouse

Nov 25, 2015 11:59 PM CST

Name: Sherry Austin
Santa Cruz, CA (Zone 9a)

'Pretty Kitty' was one of the many bonuses sent by Iris Sisters.

Tall Bearded Iris (Iris 'Pretty Kitty')
Uploaded by Henhouse

The surest sign that intelligent life exists elsewhere in the universe is that it has never tried to contact us.

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Muddymitts

Nov 26, 2015 12:52 AM CST

Name: Mary Ann
Western Kentucky (Zone 7a)

That Iris haunts me, Sherry -- I keep trying to ignore her, and she keeps not letting me...............

Thoughts become things -- choose the good ones. (www.tut.com)

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Henhouse

Nov 28, 2015 1:25 AM CST

Name: Sherry Austin
Santa Cruz, CA (Zone 9a)

I was quite impressed with it Mary Ann.. I'm hoping it will increase nicely and continue to do itself proud.

Iris Sisters send a wealth of bonuses.. I didn't think I'd like the red and yellow combination in 'Stop the Traffic'.... but seriously, I the way the ruffles show a bit of the backside of the falls... all I can think of is a flamenco dancer kicking up her skirt. This one went into my hot colored bed...

The surest sign that intelligent life exists elsewhere in the universe is that it has never tried to contact us.

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Muddymitts

Nov 28, 2015 7:47 AM CST

Name: Mary Ann
Western Kentucky (Zone 7a)

I love it, Sherry -- so striking!!!

Thoughts become things -- choose the good ones. (www.tut.com)

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janwax

Nov 28, 2015 10:30 AM CST

Name: Jan Wax
Mendocino County, N. CA (Zone 9a)
I'm a semi-retired studio potter.

I got a Pretty Kitty from Iris Sisters as a bonus too.
One of my favorite bonuses from Robin this year was Pride and Prejudice,
a New Zealand iris hybridized by Graeme Grosvenor. She remembered
that I'd mentioned it as one I'd been looking for - and she got it from Keith Keppel-
who lives across the street from her! Can't beat this kind of caring, personalized service
that makes Iris Sisters a fave!
Thanks to both Robin and Keith!

Tall Bearded Iris (Iris 'Pride and Prejudice')
Uploaded by KentPfeiffer

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Last edited by janwax Nov 28, 2015 10:38 AM

Henhouse

Nov 28, 2015 10:36 AM CST

Name: Sherry Austin
Santa Cruz, CA (Zone 9a)

Wow, that one is gorgeous too! I see a future in more pinks for me...

The surest sign that intelligent life exists elsewhere in the universe is that it has never tried to contact us.

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janwax

Nov 28, 2015 10:40 AM CST

Name: Jan Wax
Mendocino County, N. CA (Zone 9a)
I'm a semi-retired studio potter.

Sherry, you live near the Master of Pinks, Joe Ghio, and you actually talk to him! I'm sooooo jealous!

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Last edited by janwax Nov 28, 2015 10:40 AM

iciris

Nov 28, 2015 10:42 AM CST

Name: Barbara
Northern CA (Zone 9a)

janwax said:I got a Pretty Kitty from Iris Sisters as a bonus too.
One of my favorite bonuses from Robin this year was Pride and Prejudice,
a New Zealand iris hybridized by Graeme Grosvenor. She remembered
that I'd mentioned it as one I'd been looking for - and she got it from Keith Keppel-
who lives across the street from her! Can't beat this kind of caring, personalized service
that makes Iris Sisters a fave!
Thanks to both Robin and Keith!

Tall Bearded Iris (Iris 'Pride and Prejudice')
Uploaded by KentPfeiffer

I love it too! Another for the must have list!

• “Whoever said, ‘Do something right and you won’t have to do it again’ never weeded a garden.” – Anonymous

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lovemyhouse

Nov 28, 2015 11:16 AM CST

Name: Debra
Garland, TX (NE Dallas suburb) (Zone 8a)
Rescue dogs: Angels with paws needi

Early in November, I bid on a lot of French Lilacs from cassiechug (Robin's daughter). Told her I had it on my list to buy from Iris Sisters next year and wanted to make sure that if I was outbid on the auction it would still be available through the website. She checked, said yes, and, when I was outbid, Robin dug up a rhizome of French Lilacs and sent it as a bonus with the ones I did get. Best kind of surprise bonus.