Iris ensata 'Yamato Hime'

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Japanese Iris

Iris ensata ‘Yamato Hime’ is a stunning addition to the garden. It has small white standards and white falls with purple edges bleeding into the white; the signals are yellow. It blooms in mid season on stems that stand 36 inches high. The standards and falls are flatter than those of the bearded iris, making the entire flower appear noticeably flatter. Iris ensata is native to Japan, China, Korea, and Russia and is commonly known as Japanese iris. It requires very moist soil and thrives along the edges of streams and ponds. It is attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies and is resistant to deer and rabbits.

Soil:
Moist
Plant Shape:
Upright
Exposure:
Full Sun
Bloom Time:
May - June
July - August
Bloom Color:
White
Purple
Landscape Use:
Bedding or Border
Wildlife Interest:
Resistant To Deer
Plant Type:
Perennial
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9