Iris japonica (Fringed Iris)
Fringed Iris, Japanese Iris, Fan Iris
Iris japonica (Fringed Iris) is an evergreen rhizomatous perennial with white or pale blue, orchid-like flowers, up to 2 in. across (5 cm), adorned with deep purple and conspicuous orange crests on each fringed fall. Blooming profusely in late spring to early summer, they are borne on branched stems and rise above handsome fans of glossy, sword-shaped, evergreen foliage. Useful under trees, attractive in rock gardens or in flower beds, Fringed Iris works well as a container plant too.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 10-12 in. tall (25-30 cm) and 12-18 in. wide (30-45 cm). Naturalizes well and spreads by creeping rhizomes without being invasive.
- Performs best in part shade, in moist, humus-rich, soils. Some tolerance to full shade. Provide a sheltered site.
- A welcomed addition to beds and borders, rock gardens, and containers.
- Deer resistant.
- No serious insect or disease issues but watch for slugs, snails, thrips, and gray molds.
- Remove any dying foliage in autumn, old flower stems can be cut down after flowering.
- Propagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame in autumn or spring. Propagate by division of rhizomes from midsummer to early autumn
- All parts may cause discomfort if ingested. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
- Native to China, Japan
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Requirements
Hardiness | 7
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 7
– 9 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Iris - Other |
Exposure | Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early) |
Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 18" (45cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Poorly Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 7
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 7
– 9 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Iris - Other |
Exposure | Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early) |
Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 18" (45cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Poorly Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden |