Iris ensata 'Royal Robes' - Japanese Water Iris

Japanese Water Iris

Iris ensata 'Royal Robes'

Also called Woodland Iris

  • AKA Iris kaempferi 'Royal Robes'
  • Flat, open-faced flower
  • Large purple flowers have a bright yellow signal
  • Petals are not as rounded as most other cultivars
  • Up to three flower buds per stalk
  • Bright green sword-like leaves with a prominent centre rib, 3-4 cm wide
  • Bloom Time: June to July
  • Flower Size: 15 cm

ZONE:
4

COLOUR:
Purple

HEIGHT:
60-90 cm

SPREAD:
40-50 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Iris ensata grow best in a rich, moist to wet soil, in full sun or partial shade. These cultivars are not tolerant of dry conditions and are best sited along wet pond edges or streams. During the growing season, they thrive with their roots submerged, however, to avoid root rot, they should be removed from the water for winter.

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