Iris ensata 'Machi Musume'

Also Known As

Machi Musume Japanese Iris
Machi Musume Japanese Water Iris

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 8"-15"

planting zones

5a-9a

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Iris ensata 'Machi Musume' plant details

Iris ensata 'Machi Musume' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer purple and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and standing water - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Iris ensata 'Machi Musume'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN - 15 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in summer
Uses: bog garden, cutting garden, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Iris ensata 'Machi Musume'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rare and lovely selection with striking white falls marked with lavender veining and shocking purple standards. I saw this in a garden and searched for years to find it! Erect clumps of 20” tall evergreen leaves with May-June flowering stems well above the foliage. Full sun in rich, moist, acidic soils preferred but performs on ordinary moist to wet garden sites; can be submerged in a pond or water feature during the warmer months (remove for winter).

By: Secret Garden Growers

Gardening facts about Iris ensata 'Machi Musume' plant

How to Grow Iris ensata 'Machi Musume'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- standing water - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant