Plant Details:
Scientific Name: Iris ensata
Common Name: Japanese Iris
Hardiness Degree: -30°F (-34.4°C)
Blooming Season: Late Spring, Summer
Plant Habit: Columnar
Characteristics: Shade Tolerant
Fertilize: None or when needed only
Spacing: 14 - 16" (36 - 41cm)
Height: 28 - 32" (71 - 81cm)
Width: 10 - 12" (25 - 30cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: Very beautiful, double, violet-blue flowers detailed with small, bright yellow signals.
Grower Information:
Very beautiful, double, violet-blue flowers detailed with small, bright yellow signals. Flowers have large semi-flaring falls and standards which are either short and upright (single flowers) or very large and open, hanging over the falls as a second layer (double flowers). The resulting flowers have a flat, open form. Signals are marked as small, simple yellow blotches. Plants feature bright green foliage. Grow in full sun or light shade in well-drained, rich, acidic soil. Constant moisture is necessary. Plant crowns 2-3 in. (5-7.5 cm) below the surface.