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Iris ensata 'Yezo-nishiki'

Family Iridaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Iris ensata 'Yezo-nishiki' (Japanese iris) bears showy and faded purple blossoms during late spring to early summer. The showy matte foliage is medium green and faded green in colour and medium in texture. A specimen plant, Iris ensata 'Yezo-nishiki' (Japanese iris) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Bog, border, cut flowers, edging, hedge, pond and specimen.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Iris ensata 'Yezo-nishiki' tolerates wet sites.