Iris Ensata Variegated

1 Gallon Pot 
(Japanese Iris)

(Variegated Rabbit Ear)

Zone 4

Full Sun/Partial Shade

Nearly every gardener who sees Japanese iris in bloom wants to try them. The huge blooms can be dinner plate size, but 6-8” is common. They require neutral to acidic soil, and lots of moisture until blooming is over. Plants will be happy at the waterside, and can even be grown in pots sitting in water.

Forms a vigorous clump of grassy green and white-striped leaves, bearing drooping purple flowers.

Flower Colour - Purple

Leaf Colour - Green/cream

Bloom Time - June-July

Height - 32”

Space - 18”