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Iris ensata 'Oriental Eyes'

Iris ensata 'Oriental Eyes'

Japanese water iris tend to be some of the most beautiful examples of the species. They tend to be quite large, 5-6 inches across, coming out in summer into fall. 'Oriental Eyes' have full purple petals in sharp contrast with dots of yellow toward the center, as if a painted eye is winking at you.

These plants would rather have heavy boggy wet soil rather than the typically well-drained soil that most plants prefer. Plant these iris near--or even in--water for best results. If you want them planted in containers, use heavy clay soil mixed with some sand. After a few years, you may want to dig up the rhizomes and separate them. When the rhizomes are crowded, the flowering becomes less. Hardy to zone 4.

Type
Unique
Genus
Iris
Species
ensata
Bloom Time
Aug.
Sept.
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Color
Purple
Deciduous/Evergreen
Evergreen
Ultimate Height
3 Ft
Hardiness Zone
4
5
6
7
8
9
Growth Habit
Low and Spreading
Water Requirements
Once a week
Regular price $19.95 USD
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