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Japanese Water Iris

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Iris ensata (syn. kaempferi)

Clump-forming perennial.
Produces huge orchid like blooms in shades of blue, lilac, lavender, purple and white.
Flowers reach a height of 3 - 4 ft (90 - 120 cm)
Likes sun or semi-shade.
Prefers boggy or poorly drained soil.

Supplied as compost block grown plants.

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Description

Also known as the Japanese Flag, or Sword-leaved Iris, the Japanese Water Iris is native to China, Japan, Korea and Russia. Highly prized in Japan for its amazing flowers, it was introduced into Europe in the mid 19th century, and can now be found in damp meadows and along water margins. It really is a must for any pond or water feature.

A very hardy clump-forming perennial, the Japanese Water Iris has sword-shaped leaves that reach a height of 2ft (60 cm). The huge striking flowers, likened by some to orchids, appear in June to July, in a mix of blues, lilacs, purples and white, reaching a height of 3 - 4 ft (90 - 120 cm).

Happy in sun or semi-shade, the Japanese Water Iris prefers boggy or poorly drained soil, and works well grown along the margins of a pond or stream. It can be grown in water but will need to lifted in the winter.

Perennial.
Clump-forming perennial.
Produces huge orchid-like blooms in shades of blue, lilac, lavender, purple and white.
Flowers reach a height of 3 - 4 ft (90 - 120 cm).
Likes sun or semi-shade.
Prefers boggy or poorly drained soil.
Can be grown in water during the summer.