A friend sent me this iris a few years ago, she wasn't sure of the name but thought it was "Cycles" I have just found out that it is not. Would anyone have ideas what the name is? It is a very fast grower in zone 5a. The woman had told me it is an old heirloom that her grandmother had. The colors are very vibrant and it multiplies very quickly! Thanks to anyone that could give me help on this one.

I know I'm not supposed to try naming Iris, however, take a look at Wabash.

http://www.oldhousegardens.com...

Looks like a match, a popular historic. Here is our own database entry, which I always like to promote and send people to!
Tall Bearded Iris (Iris 'Wabash')

Wabash has PBF, purple based foliage. Does yours have that?

Now look at the 3rd iris down in this link. The triplets. That is Bright Hour. Can you tell the difference between that and Wabash?

http://cindydyer.wordpress.com...

That is one beautiful blog!