Iris ensata 'Foreign Intrigue'

Also Known As

Japanese Flag
Japanese Water Iris
Russian Iris
Woodland Iris

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber, aquatic

size

H: 38"
W: 40"

planting zones

5a-8b

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Iris ensata 'Foreign Intrigue' plant details

Iris ensata 'Foreign Intrigue' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial aquatic bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris ensata 'Foreign Intrigue'

Plant type: perennial aquatic bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 40 IN wide, 38 IN tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris ensata 'Foreign Intrigue'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Registered in 1995 by Bauer & Coble from a cross between 'Strut and Flourish" x 'Crystal Halo', this Japanese Iris has big flowers with 6 large purple falls with rivers of darker purple running down to the paler ruffled edges. Small yellow flares are a nice accent. Rich and moist for the best show.