Iris ensata 'Rose Queen'

Also Known As

Rose Queen Japanese Iris

Plant type

perennial, aquatic

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Iris ensata 'Rose Queen' plant details

Iris ensata 'Rose Queen' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial aquatic with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and standing water - regular water. Does well in average and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris ensata 'Rose Queen'

Plant type: perennial aquatic
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: bog garden, border plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris ensata 'Rose Queen'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: standing water - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, erosion and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rose Queen' is a real demure beauty with elegant, lightly blousy, pendulous falls in shades of pink, lavender-pink, lavender, and dark pink with a flash of yellow. Iris ensata grow happily at the waterside, in pots sitting in water, or in average garden beds with reasonable moisture. They form vigorous clumps of upright, grassy-green leaves.