This magnificent gold and velvety red/black iris is gloriously tall at 46 inches – and is reminiscent of the phoenix rising above ashes!  Rise Like a Phoenix’s standards are gold with auburn veining, the falls are dark velvety red/black with cream hafts, and marigold beards. It is a late bloomer, and has a strong, sweet fragrance. (Paul Black, 2017) Honorable Mention 2019; Franklin Cook Cup 2019