Ok, this one bloom is way ahead of the rest of my irises. And there is a good reason. This one is potted. I brought it indoors one week before a Garden Expo/show and did not sell it (3 day show). Then back home and in the garage for 5 days before going back outside in the elements. Even then, it had it good as it was up against the house (stone wall) and South facing. I have no other irises even showing signs of blooms or stalks. Here are the pictures.