High Octane (Keith Keppel, 2007) is a tall bearded iris reaching 42″ (107 cm), introduced in 2008. This late midseason bloomer features dramatic red-brown standards with a subtle light yellow ground, cedar brown style arms, and wax yellow accents. The wide falls display a deep port wine border that radiates into a golden lemon yellow center, highlighted by intricate dotting and raying. A small white area near the beard is heavily dotted and lined in brown, while the beards themselves are a rich mustard brown. High Octane is recognized for its complex coloration and bold patterning, earning both the Honorable Mention (2010) and Award of Merit (2012) from the American Iris Society. Available at Amethyst Creek Farm.Attributes: Fertile, SpeckledAwards: Award of Merit, Honorable Mention
