Variegated Japanese Flag Iris will grow to be about 24 inches tall at maturity extending to 3 feet tall with the flowers, with a spread of 24 inches. When grown in masses or used as a bedding plant, individual plants should be spaced approximately 18 inches apart. The flower stalks can be weak and so it may require staking in exposed sites or excessively rich soils. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 10 years. As an herbaceous perennial, this plant will usually die back to the crown each winter, and will regrow from the base each spring. Be careful not to disturb the crown in late winter when it may not be readily seen!
This plant does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers to grow in moist to wet soil, and will even tolerate some standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America. It can be propagated by division; however, as a cultivated variety, be aware that it may be subject to certain restrictions or prohibitions on propagation.
Details
Botanical Name
Iris ensata 'Variegata'
Common Name
Variegated Japanese Flag Iris
Hardiness Zone
- 5
Appearance
Max Height
24 Inches
Max Spread
24 Inches
Plant Form
- Over Mound
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Violet
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
In Mid Summer
Moisture
Moist To Wet
Sunlight
Full Sun To Partial Shade
Maintenance
Medium
Deer Resistance
Yes
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