Description
A standout choice for Massachusetts gardeners, the Variegated Japanese Flag Iris offers stunning violet blooms paired with eye-catching variegated foliage. Its sword-like leaves, streaked with white, stay vibrant through the season, while mid-summer flowers rise above the foliage with vivid yellow centers. Ideal for pond edges and consistently moist spots.
This herbaceous perennial is hardy, reliable, and thrives in full sun or partial shade with wet soil. The Variegated Japanese Flag Iris blends well with other moisture-loving plants and works beautifully in mass plantings or bog gardens. While it’s low-maintenance, it benefits from a fall cutback to deter insects. Deer usually pass it by, making it a wise choice for many Massachusetts landscapes.
Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Iris ensata 'Variegata'
Color: purple, yellow
Light: full sun – part sun
Watering: around once a week or less
Soil: not particular as to soil type
Zone: 4 – 8
Plant Shape: low mound, tall flowers
Plant Type: herbaceous perennial
Mature Size: height (3'), width (18″)
Blooming Season: mid summer
Growth Rate: medium
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