Anvil Of Darkness lives up to its name with exceptionally dark coloring from top to bottom. 29″ (75 cm), Midseason bloom. The standards and falls are a deep, nearly black self, with subtle purple undertones that become more apparent in changing light. Even the beards are black, preserving the remarkably uniform dark appearance of the flower. Slight fragrance. (Sterling Innerst, 1998). Honorable Mention, 2000; President’s Cup, 2001; Favorite Guest Iris, 2001; Award of Merit, 2002.