Iris ensata 'Marbled Lavender'
Japanese Iris
Description
This perennial can reach 6' tall and has large green leaves with deep lavender flowers that bloom in summer.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
Under 1', 1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
Lavender
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Moist
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Meadow, Water Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Patio, Swimming Pool, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.