Iris ensata 'Rolling Seas'

Also Known As

Iris kaempferi
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Japanese Water Iris
Russian Iris

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 16"-48"
W: 18"-36"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Iris ensata 'Rolling Seas' plant details

Iris ensata 'Rolling Seas' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - high water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris ensata 'Rolling Seas'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 16 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: clumping, container plant, cutting garden, edging plant, fragrant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris ensata 'Rolling Seas'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - high
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This 1994 introduction by J.T. Aitkin makes magnificent clumps with 4' stems bearing very blue and very large flowers comprised of 6 wide falls. This Japanese species loves a rich moist to wet soil but adapts nicely to a good garden bed. A clump of this is an attention stealer.