Iris – The Elegant Messenger of the Rainbow and Wisdom
Iris is a rhizomatous perennial from the iris family (Iridaceae), found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. It takes its name from the Greek goddess of the rainbow, Iris, who legend says connected earth and sky – and once you see the flower up close, it makes perfect sense. In the world of floristry it is truly unique: its blooms have a fascinating structure that resembles fine artwork, and it offers one of the most beautiful natural blues found anywhere in the plant kingdom.
Facts from the world of flora:
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Botanical architecture: The iris flower is made up of three upright petals (standards) and three drooping ones (falls), giving it its unmistakable vertical line.
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A rare blue: True blue is rare in nature, yet iris offers it across a whole range – from sky azure to ink-dark shades.
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Symbolism: It represents wisdom, faith, and valour – a flower that expresses deep trust in the person receiving it.
Tip from Jana (Large Arrangements & Funeral Floristry Specialist): “Blue iris plays an irreplaceable role for me in a bouquet. Together with tulips and daffodils it forms the 'holy trinity' of our spring bouquets, and it is hugely popular as part of our International Women's Day flowers. But thanks to its quiet dignity it is also a key element in funeral floristry, which is what I work with most – its colour symbolises peace and the heavens. My tip for longevity: iris cannot stand a high water level, the stems tend to rot. Just a few centimetres is enough, changed daily.”
✦ Use at KvětinyExpres.cz: You will find it in our popular bouquets such as Thank You Bouquet or the majestic Star Lily arrangement. Explore every colour variety in our Iris section.
